October 29, 2025 Malaysia’s ban on raw rare earths exports remains despite US deal Malaysia has some 16.1 million metric tons of rare earth deposits, according to government estimates.
October 29, 2025 EU urged to boost critical minerals push amid China curbs Energy security group calls for a permanent investment network to reduce dependence on Beijing and speed up green transition.
October 29, 2025 Rinehart doubles stake in Arafura Rare Earths Rinehart's Hancock Prospecting has raised its stake in Arafura to nearly 15.7%.
October 28, 2025 Lynas invests in new Malaysian heavy rare earth facility to meet rising demand The new facility will have the capacity to separate up to 5,000 tonnes per annum of heavy rare earth feedstock, it said.
October 28, 2025 US official meets mining executives in Brazil to discuss rare earths The meetings were held on the sidelines of an event in Salvador, in the northeastern state of Bahia.
October 28, 2025 Canada to work with G7 partners to secure critical mineral supply deals, minister says Some of the announcements expected this week from the G7 meeting will be on stockpiling of critical minerals and investments in new mining operations.
October 28, 2025 US and Japan strike rare earths deal Japan eyes $400B in US energy, critical minerals and AI projects, as both governments list key investments.
October 27, 2025 Rare earth producers look to US-led boom to blunt China’s power By using the long-threatened critical mineral weapon once again in advance of this week’s talks, China has undoubtedly encouraged production outside its borders.
October 27, 2025 Ramaco eyes REE stockpile at Wyoming mine Brook could be the second new REE mine to open in America in 70 years.
October 27, 2025 High-level Chinese officials to visit Brussels to discuss rare earth export curbs "We are very concerned about the trade relationship with China," says European Council President Antonio Costa.
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