July 6, 2023 EU pushing China to narrow the scope of metal export controls The EU wants to make sure that export restrictions on the two metals are based on clear security implications and comply with WTO rules.
July 6, 2023 Pentagon has strategic germanium stockpile, but no gallium reserves – spokesperson China announced export restrictions on the two metals used in semiconductors.
July 6, 2023 UK needs to revive rich mining past to counter China’s minerals grip The reopening of the South Crofty tin mine in Cornwall is part of a wave of mining activity across England’s southwestern tip.
July 5, 2023 US says it opposes export controls by China on metals, will consult allies The United States "firmly" opposes export controls announced by China on gallium and germanium, a US Commerce Department spokesperson said.
July 5, 2023 What are gallium and germanium? Niche metals hit by China curbs Excluding China, other countries with gallium production capacity include Russia and Ukraine.
July 5, 2023 Huayou commissions $300 million Zimbabwe lithium plant The Arcadia plant took nine months to construct and started exporting concentrates in April.
July 5, 2023 International miners set to benefit as China curbs germanium exports China on Monday announced export restrictions on some gallium and germanium products, citing national security interests.
July 5, 2023 China’s rare earths dominance in focus after mineral export curbs China said on Monday it will impose export restrictions on gallium and germanium.
July 4, 2023 Australia forecasts brutal lithium price correction as output surges Top producer of battery metal Australia sees spodumene prices holding up in 2023 but next year declines of nearly 40% are likely.
July 4, 2023 Global copper melting activity slows in June, despite China strength The Earth-i global dispersion index fell to 45.9 in June from 46.2 in May.
Capstone Copper’s Chilean workers ready to strike if mediation fails The 645-member union rejected a contract offer in mid-December. December 24, 2025 | 12:12 pm
