Lithium nationalism taking root in region with most resources
Politicians in Latin America, which holds more than half the world’s lithium resources, are looking to increase the role of the state in the sector.
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Steel going into Biden’s infrastructure plan reaches new record price
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CATL extends battery supply deal with Tesla
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Most Belarus potash exports not affected by EU sanctions – analysts
Belarus' main export product, namely potash with 60% potassium content, is not on the EU's list of sanctioned items, industry analysts pointed out.
