Column: Critical minerals take centre stage in world politics
Critical metals have become the new bargaining chip on the geopolitical card table.
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Paris prosecutor drops case against Apple over Congo minerals
The Paris prosecutor's office said allegations of money laundering and deceptive business practices were "not sufficiently well-founded".
Europe’s copper product makers urge EU to curb scrap exports
Copper scrap exports from the EU hit a record in 2023, according to a paper.
Trump’s proposed auto tariffs seen hitting demand for platinum group metals
The auto sector accounts for nearly 40% of platinum demand and 80% of palladium offtake globally.
Alrosa reports full-year profit slump of 77.3%
Diamond reserves for the year rose to 129.9 billion roubles, Alrosa said, up from 84.3 billion roubles at the end of 2023.
China’s Chifeng Jilong Gold seeks up to $419M in Hong Kong listing
Two cornerstone investors, Zhaojin Mining and Zijin Mining, have subscribed for about $96 million worth of shares.
SQM expands into Africa with Namibian lithium deal
The deal is SQM’s first partnership in Africa and is expected to speed up project development, located 35 km from Andrada’s Uis tin mine.
China keeps unprecedented hold on metals with mining push abroad
China increased overseas mining investments last year, boosting its control over the metals supply chain amid global reliance concerns.
Rio Tinto buyout target Arcadium posts loss on falling lithium prices
Rio Tinto plans to create a standalone lithium division after it completes the $6.7 billion acquisition.
