Tag #Resource Extraction

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Ukraine Considers Rare Earth Metal Deal with US Amidst War

Former US President Trump proposed a deal where Ukraine would supply rare earth metals to the US in exchange for continued aid, a proposal aligned with Ukraine's plan to leverage its vast reserves of these minerals (estimated at $15 trillion in 2023) for economic growth and security, despite signifi...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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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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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Trump Jr.'s Greenland Visit Sparks Debate Over Annexation

Donald Trump Jr.'s January 7th visit to Greenland, following his father's suggestion of a forceful annexation, fueled debate over Greenland's independence and the US's strategic interests in the island's natural resources and geopolitical position. Greenland's Prime Minister strongly rejected any an...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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M23 Captures Masisi, Exacerbating DRC Crisis

The M23 rebel group, backed by Rwanda, captured Masisi in North Kivu, DRC, despite a July ceasefire, raising concerns about regional instability and exacerbating the humanitarian crisis; the EU condemned the action and threatened sanctions.

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60% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Cook Islands Weighs Deep-Sea Mining Against Climate Change Risks

Faced with rising sea levels and economic vulnerability, the Cook Islands is exploring deep-sea mining of polymetallic nodules for economic growth, despite environmental concerns and a lack of international regulation.

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16% Bias Score

Climate Action
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Trump Administration Halts Arms to Ukraine Amidst Internal Disagreements

The Trump administration temporarily halted arms shipments to Ukraine due to internal disagreements on the level of support, potentially weakening Ukraine's military position and diplomatic leverage.

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52% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Trump Demands Rare Earth Minerals from Ukraine for Continued US Aid

Former US President Donald Trump demanded rare earth minerals from Ukraine in exchange for continued US aid, contrasting with Biden's approach, sparking concerns in Kyiv and criticism from German Chancellor Scholz.

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Reduced Inequality
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Trump's Renewed Interest in Acquiring Greenland

US President Donald Trump has reiterated his interest in acquiring Greenland, a self-governing territory of Denmark, due to its strategic location in the Arctic, its potential mineral wealth, and its existing US military base, despite previous rejections from both Greenland and Denmark.

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36% Bias Score

Climate Action
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British Columbia's Permitting Delays Cripple Mineral Exploration

In British Columbia, excessive permitting delays averaging five months but reaching three years for some mineral exploration projects cause significant economic hardship, impacting businesses, individuals, and local communities, jeopardizing the province's future resource security.

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56% Bias Score

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