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Mar 22, 10:09

EU Launches Strategic Projects to Boost Critical Raw Materials Mining

The European Commission is launching strategic projects to boost the mining of 17 critical raw materials within the EU to reduce dependence on China and other external suppliers, aiming to increase the EU's autonomy in obtaining and processing minerals for key sectors.

EU Launches Strategic Projects to Boost Critical Raw Materials Mining

The European Commission is launching strategic projects to boost the mining of 17 critical raw materials within the EU to reduce dependence on China and other external suppliers, aiming to increase the EU's autonomy in obtaining and processing minerals for key sectors.

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How does China's role in the global supply chain of these materials impact the EU's strategy?

This move addresses the EU's significant reliance on external suppliers for 17 strategic raw materials, impacting green and digital transitions, defense, and space sectors. China supplies 97% of the EU's magnesium and refines 60% of the world's cobalt, highlighting the geopolitical risks.

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Feb 6, 16:14

US Conditions Further Aid to Ukraine on Rare Earth Metal Supply

The US has linked continued aid to Ukraine to its supply of rare earth metals, leveraging Ukraine's vast reserves of titanium, lithium, and other critical materials to diversify global supply chains and reduce reliance on China. This agreement, however, faces challenges due to the ongoing war and th...

US Conditions Further Aid to Ukraine on Rare Earth Metal Supply

The US has linked continued aid to Ukraine to its supply of rare earth metals, leveraging Ukraine's vast reserves of titanium, lithium, and other critical materials to diversify global supply chains and reduce reliance on China. This agreement, however, faces challenges due to the ongoing war and th...

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How does this agreement impact the global supply chain of rare earth metals and the geopolitical balance of power?

This deal highlights the strategic importance of Ukraine's untapped mineral resources, including titanium (7% of global reserves), lithium, and various other rare earth metals critical for high-tech industries. China currently dominates rare earth metal production (around 40% of EU needs), making Ukraine a potential key player in diversifying global supply chains and reducing dependence on China. The global market for these raw materials has doubled to $320 billion in five years and is projected to double again in the next five years.

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Feb 5, 07:10

Helium Exploration in Germany Aims to Reduce Import Dependency

A German company is exploring a significant helium deposit near Kröslin, Vorpommern, using sound wave technology to map the underground reserves. The project, based on data from the former East Germany, aims to reduce Germany's complete reliance on helium imports from the US, Qatar and Algeria.

Helium Exploration in Germany Aims to Reduce Import Dependency

A German company is exploring a significant helium deposit near Kröslin, Vorpommern, using sound wave technology to map the underground reserves. The project, based on data from the former East Germany, aims to reduce Germany's complete reliance on helium imports from the US, Qatar and Algeria.

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How does this project utilize historical data, and what are the potential economic and environmental benefits of domestic helium production?

Germany currently lacks domestic helium production, relying entirely on imports from the US, Qatar, and Algeria. This project, based on data from the former East Germany, explores a previously identified helium deposit near Kröslin. Success could alleviate supply chain vulnerabilities and reduce the environmental impact of overseas transport and processing.

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Dec 6, 22:11

"EU and Mercosur Strengthen Trade Deal with Enhanced Environmental Provisions"

"The EU and Mercosur reached a revised trade agreement on Friday, strengthening environmental commitments to address previous concerns and paving the way for the creation of the world's largest free trade area encompassing over 722 million people."

"EU and Mercosur Strengthen Trade Deal with Enhanced Environmental Provisions"

"The EU and Mercosur reached a revised trade agreement on Friday, strengthening environmental commitments to address previous concerns and paving the way for the creation of the world's largest free trade area encompassing over 722 million people."

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"What specific measures were implemented to address the environmental concerns that hindered the 2019 agreement?"

"This Friday, the EU and Mercosur amended their 2019 trade agreement, addressing environmental concerns raised by France and the European Parliament. The revised agreement strengthens environmental commitments, including legally binding deforestation measures from 2030, and establishes mechanisms to suspend the agreement if either party violates the Paris Agreement. This revised text paves the way for the creation of the world's largest free trade area, encompassing over 722 million people."

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Feb 25, 07:09

Greenland's Critical Raw Materials: A Geopolitical Resource Struggle

US President Trump's interest in Greenland is driven by its substantial critical raw materials, especially rare earth elements vital for green technologies, reducing reliance on China's market dominance.

Greenland's Critical Raw Materials: A Geopolitical Resource Struggle

US President Trump's interest in Greenland is driven by its substantial critical raw materials, especially rare earth elements vital for green technologies, reducing reliance on China's market dominance.

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How might the development of Greenland's mining sector impact its environment and social fabric?

The EU and US seek to diversify their rare earth element supply chains due to their heavy reliance on China. Greenland possesses significant deposits of these elements, including rare earth metals vital for electric vehicles and wind turbines. Securing access to these resources would reduce dependence on China and bolster both the US and EU's technological and economic competitiveness.

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Feb 6, 01:10

Ukraine Offers Access to Critical Raw Materials Amidst War

Ukrainian President Zelensky offered Western countries access to Ukraine's vast deposits of critical raw materials, including titanium, lithium, and gallium, vital for modern industries, aiming to diversify global supply chains and reduce dependence on China, despite the ongoing war and Russian occu...

Ukraine Offers Access to Critical Raw Materials Amidst War

Ukrainian President Zelensky offered Western countries access to Ukraine's vast deposits of critical raw materials, including titanium, lithium, and gallium, vital for modern industries, aiming to diversify global supply chains and reduce dependence on China, despite the ongoing war and Russian occu...

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What immediate economic and geopolitical implications arise from Ukraine's potential to become a major supplier of critical raw materials?

In September 2024, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky offered Western countries access to Ukraine's valuable raw materials as part of his "Victory Plan," promising returns on investment and mentioning "extremely important metals worth trillions of dollars.", A2=

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Dec 14, 19:08

EU's Latin American Mining Investments: Promise and Peril

The EU plans substantial mining investments in Latin America, leveraging the region's critical raw materials for its green transition, but concerns exist about transparency and community engagement, contrasting optimistic projections with on-the-ground realities of poverty and social unrest in resou...

EU's Latin American Mining Investments: Promise and Peril

The EU plans substantial mining investments in Latin America, leveraging the region's critical raw materials for its green transition, but concerns exist about transparency and community engagement, contrasting optimistic projections with on-the-ground realities of poverty and social unrest in resou...

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What are the immediate economic and social impacts of the EU's planned mining investments in Latin America?

The EU plans significant mining investments in Latin America, driven by the region's abundance of critical raw materials essential for the EU's green transition and energy independence. 24% of these materials already come from Latin America, including half of global lithium reserves and nearly 40% of copper reserves. This presents an opportunity for economic growth and reduced inequality in resource-rich Latin American nations.

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