January 27, 2020 Commitment to critical minerals positions Canada’s mining sector for success — MAC The Canada-US Joint Action Plan on critical minerals means opportunity for this country’s wider economy.
January 23, 2020 Lynas on track to get new Malaysia permit by March The company said growth in the EV market is expected to result in a sharp rise in demand for heavy rare earth elements.
January 17, 2020 Lynas’ rare earth licence renewal in Malaysia challenged in court The lawsuit challenges the Malaysian government's decision to renew the company’s operating licence last year.
January 15, 2020 China agrees to buy rare earths that US doesn’t have to give The phase one trade deal includes rare earths that are already in short supply in the US.
January 14, 2020 China rare earth exports rebound in December, but annual shipments lowest since 2015 Full-year rare earth shipments came in at 46,330 tonnes in 2019.
January 12, 2020 Roskill predicts tight supply of NdFeB magnet rare earths Suppliers are expected to have a hard time keeping up with the demand, as EV production and sales ramp up.
January 9, 2020 Canada and US seal deal on critical minerals collaboration Experts from both countries will convene to advance joint initiatives to address shared mineral security concerns.
January 8, 2020 Havilah finds REE at flagship copper project in Australia Two drill samples from West Kalkaroo contain elevated levels of neodymium and praseodymium.
January 7, 2020 US Geological Survey maps REE deposit in Mountain Pass region The findings could guide future exploration efforts.
January 5, 2020 Mineral supply for green tech should be part of climate negotiations – scientists Researchers recognize that mining, metals, and materials extraction is the hidden foundation of the low-carbon transition.
Australia’s VHM scraps offtake deal with Shenghe Resources The Goschen project is VHM's flagship development, focused on extracting critical minerals such as rare earth elements and titanium. January 11, 2026 | 04:08 pm
US to push for quicker action in reducing reliance on China for rare earths Aside from Japan, G7 members remain heavily dependent on critical minerals from China, which has threatened to impose strict export controls. January 11, 2026 | 09:07 am
Rio Tinto’s bid for Glencore piles pressure on BHP If BHP keeps out of the current talks, it may consider another deal to retain its leadership. January 11, 2026 | 07:49 am