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Policies and Regulation
The recent C5+1 summit at the White House signals a shift toward “resource diplomacy,” with the U.S. targeting rare earth minerals to counter China. Strategic partnerships—such as a $1.1 billion tungsten agreement…
Policies and Regulation
Kazakhstan, the world’s largest uranium producer, has agreed with the United States to pursue cooperation on secure supplies of critical minerals through a memorandum of understanding. The document was signed in Washington…
Policies and Regulation
Kazakhstan’s Development Bank has launched a $1 billion program to finance rare and critical minerals projects, aiming to boost high-tech industry and global competitiveness.
Policies and Regulation
As China tightens control over rare earth exports, the EU readies its anti-coercion tools and unveils ReSourceEU to secure long-term access to critical minerals.
Policies and Regulation
Kazakhstan’s updated Mining Code introduces stricter controls and digital tools to fight illegal extraction and ensure transparency in subsoil use.
Policies and Regulation
North Macedonia has revoked 45 mining concessions after inspections revealed legal and environmental violations, unpaid fees, and unauthorized transfers.
Policies and Regulation
Turkey is in advanced talks with the US to develop rare earth reserves in Beylikova, marking a shift away from stalled agreements with China and Russia.
Policies and Regulation
The EU has opened its second call for strategic projects under the Critical Raw Materials Act, inviting submissions by January 2026 to strengthen raw materials supply security.
Policies and Regulation
The XXVIII session of the CIS Intergovernmental Council on Subsoil Exploration concluded in Kazakhstan with discussions on mineral resource cooperation, technological modernization, and sustainable practices. While the meeting highlighted regional coordination efforts,…
Policies and Regulation
Kazakhstan’s government has approved a new draft law on subsoil use reforms, set to reach Parliament in September with 39 proposed amendments.