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Europe’s Strategic Choice: Invest in Future Innovation or Risk Dependency
Bernd Schäfer urges Europe to invest in research and innovation to secure its future and maintain strategic autonomy amid geopolitical competition.
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Industry News
Belgium and Kazakhstan Forge Strategic Partnerships in Critical Minerals
Belgium and Kazakhstan are enhancing collaboration on critical minerals, aiming for sustainable practices and value capture in the mining sector during a Royal Round Table in Astana.
Industry News
Eldorado Gold’s Skouries Mine Designated as Strategic Project by European Commission
Eldorado Gold's Skouries mine in Greece has been designated a Strategic Project by the EU, highlighting its role in securing critical raw materials for Europe’s energy transition.
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US Interest in Ukrainian Rare Earths: A Political Strategy or Economic Mirage?
US interest in Ukraine's rare earths raises questions about the feasibility of mining deals, given the country's lack of production capabilities and the inflated economic expectations surrounding such resources.
Industry News
Transforming Greece’s Mining Landscape: The Skouries Project and the Case for a New Assessment Protocol
Greece's Skouries project highlights the need for a Pre-Tender Integrated Assessment protocol to enhance mining success and community benefits in critical raw materials.
Companies & Organisations
Endomines Advances Southern Gold Line Project Despite EU Strategic Status Setback
Endomines continues development of its Southern Gold Line tungsten and molybdenum project, despite not receiving EU strategic project status, aiming for production around 2030.
Companies & Organisations
Sokli Mining Project Designated as Strategic under EU Critical Raw Materials Act
The Sokli mining project in Finland has been designated a strategic project under the EU Critical Raw Materials Act, highlighting its importance for Europe's raw material security and clean transition.
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Sardinia’s Institutions Collaborate to Revitalise Mining Sector and Tackle Environmental Challenges
Sardinian institutions are collaborating to revitalise the mining sector, focusing on waste valorisation and environmental sustainability in key areas like Monteponi, Portovesme, and Silius.
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European Lithium Producers Advocate for Domestic Supply Threshold Amidst Strategic Concerns
European lithium producers are pushing for a 20% domestic sourcing requirement to reduce dependency on imports and enhance supply chain security amid rising demand.
Companies & Organisations
Savannah Resources Nears Second Sales Agreement for Barroso Lithium Project in Portugal
Savannah Resources is close to finalising a second sales agreement for its Barroso lithium project in Portugal, crucial for securing project financing and expanding European lithium supply.