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Cracks Appear in Europe’s Lithium Dreams as Global Market Shifts
Global lithium market shifts cast doubt on the full-scale exploitation of Portugal's Covas do Barroso mine.
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Ukraine and U.S. Seal Controversial Minerals Deal After Tense Talks
After months of high-stakes talks, Ukraine and the U.S. signed a minerals deal giving Washington preferred access to untapped resources — without debt or loss of sovereignty.
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Ukraine and U.S. Sign Landmark Minerals Agreement to Launch Joint Reconstruction Fund
Ukraine and the U.S. signed a landmark deal to jointly manage a reconstruction fund powered by future energy and mineral revenues.
Companies & Organisations
District Metals’ Viken Project Now Second Largest Uranium Deposit Globally Following Major Resource Update
District Metals' Viken project in Sweden has now become the second largest uranium deposit globally, following a dramatic resource upgrade that could position the project as a critical player in the global…
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U.S. and Ukraine Near Landmark Deal on Mineral Access and Reconstruction Fund
Washington is set to gain priority access to Ukraine’s vast mineral reserves in return for future aid and investment, as both nations move to finalize a groundbreaking reconstruction agreement.
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EU Grants $36 Million to Advance Cinovec Lithium Project in Czech Republic
The EU has pledged $36 million to fast-track lithium production at Cinovec, the bloc’s largest hard rock deposit.
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Germany Bets on Ion Pump Technology to Extract Lithium Sustainably from Geothermal Brine
Germany is advancing a clean-tech solution to extract lithium from geothermal sources using a cutting-edge ion pump.
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Prior U.S. Aid to Ukraine Not Included in Minerals Deal, PM Shmyhal Confirms
The pending minerals and natural resources agreement between the United States and Ukraine will not retroactively include financial assistance provided to Kyiv prior to the deal's signing, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal…
Companies & Organisations
Vast Resources Advances Mining Operations in Romania and Seeks New Investment Partnerships
Vast Resources continues mining activities at Romania’s Băița Plai and seeks joint venture opportunities to expand its operations.
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EU Opens Industry Consultation on Critical Raw Materials Cooperation Amid Supply Chain Pressures
Amid rising geopolitical pressures, the EU has launched a consultation to explore how companies can legally collaborate on sourcing and recycling critical raw materials, with guidance expected by 2026.