Critical Minerals

In the evolving landscape of global geopolitics, control over critical minerals has emerged as a pivotal factor influencing international relations and economic strategies. The United States, China, and India are at the forefront of this…

The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has announced an additional $18.4 million in funding support to Ucore Rare Metals Inc., bolstering efforts to advance and commercialize its rare earth elements (REE) separation technology. This strategic…

In a significant move to diversify global supply chains and bolster its mining sector, Saudi Arabia has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with U.S.-based MP Materials to develop an integrated rare earth elements (REE) supply chain…

May 13, 2025 — The Metals Company (TMC), a Canadian deep-sea mining firm, has announced securing $37 million in funding to further its exploration of polymetallic nodules in the Pacific Ocean's Clarion Clipperton Zone (CCZ). These nodules…

Saudi Arabia and the United States are poised to finalize a significant mining and mineral resources cooperation agreement, as announced by the Saudi cabinet ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump's upcoming visit to the Kingdom. The…

Coal India Limited (CIL), India's state-owned mining giant, has reinitiated discussions with Chilean authorities to acquire lithium blocks in the country's vast salt flats. This move is part of India's broader strategy to secure critical…

The recent minerals agreement between Ukraine and the United States has opened new avenues for India to enhance its trade and logistics strategies, particularly concerning critical mineral imports from Ukraine. This development is poised to…

In a significant move to secure critical resources vital for national security and advanced technologies, the Pentagon has transitioned its Artificial Intelligence (AI) metals initiative to the private sector. The decision reflects a…

Hindustan Zinc Limited (HZL), a subsidiary of the Vedanta Group, has unveiled ambitious plans to expand its operations beyond its traditional base metals business by venturing into potash mining. The company has identified a mineral-rich…

On April 25, 2025, China officially condemned a new executive order signed by U.S. President Donald Trump, which aims to speed up deep-sea mining operations in both U.S. and international waters. Chinese authorities called the move a…