China’s tungsten curbs open door for global producers – Almonty CEO

With China tightening its grip on tungsten exports, producers outside its borders are stepping into a rare moment of global opportunity.

As the West rushes to secure this critical mineral — essential for defense, electronics, and aerospace — companies like Almonty Industries are positioning themselves as strategic suppliers in a reshaped global market.

Its South Korean mine is about to open, and the company is re-domiciling to the U.S. as it takes on a bigger role in the geopolitical metals race. Mining.com’s Devan Murugan spoke to Almonty CEO Lewis Black.