June 1, 2025

Trump, Xi likely to speak soon on minerals trade dispute, aides say

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said no specific date for the conversation has been set.

June 1, 2025

Car makers warn China’s rare earth curbs could halt production

The head of the trade group representing General Motors, Toyota, Volkswagen, Hyundai and others raised urgent concerns in a letter to the Trump administration.

June 1, 2025

Lynas signs deal to secure rare earth feed in Malaysia

Lynas inked an MoU with Menteri Besar, the strategic investment arm of Malaysia’s Kelantan state, to jointly support the growth of the nation's rare earth industry.

June 1, 2025

Japan proposes rare earth cooperation with US in trade talks

Sources cited in the Yomiuri Shimbun said the Japanese government is considering providing technical support for the processing and refining of minerals.

May 30, 2025

Infographic: Rare earth spheres of control

Who controls the future of rare earth mining?

May 30, 2025

China signals softer stance on rare earth export curbs

While a handful of licences have been granted, including to some Volkswagen suppliers, Indian automakers say they have received none.

May 28, 2025

China may relax rare earth export curbs for some chip companies

In April, China put seven rare earths and related products on an export control list.

May 27, 2025

Greenland urges US, Europe to invest in its critical minerals, or China will

"We want to develop our business sector and diversify it, and that requires investments from outside," Greenland's mineral resources minister told the Financial Times.

May 27, 2025

Geopolitics to shape mining’s future: TNMG president

TNM Group's Anthony Vaccaro highlighted the increasing role of geopolitics in shaping the mining industry.

May 27, 2025

Ukraine revamps minerals sector, eyes billions in investment from US deal

Ukraine is overhauling its minerals sector, which has been pounded by three years of war.