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Extraction of raw materials to rise by 60% by 2060, says UN report
Report proposes action to reduce overall demand rather than simply increasing ‘green’ production
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Central Asia at a crossroads to Breaking China’s Rare Earth Monopoly
U.S. officials hoping to break China's near monopoly on the production of rare earth elements needed for many cutting-edge technologies should engage the governments of Central Asia to develop high concentrations of…
Companies & Organisations
Russian tycoon Nesis’s group sells Polymetal stake to Omani fund
Maaden, which has become the largest investor in Polymetal, said it supports the management and the board, according to the statement.
Companies & Organisations
EU adds Russia’s biggest diamond producer Alrosa to sanctions list
Alrosa did not immediately reply to a request for comment.
Companies & Organisations
How ArcelorMittal is losing its leading position in the global steel market
In 2022, the company took second place in the ranking of global steel producers. In 2023, Chinese companies are likely to displace ArcelorMittal into third place
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US House approves Russian uranium import ban
The Prohibiting Russian Uranium Imports Act, which was approved by voice vote, would bar Russian uranium imports 90 days after enactment while allowing a temporary waiver until January 2028.
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Arrests and attacks: tracking China’s illegal mining in African countries
Ultimately, many African countries have taken measures to tackle illegal mining and exploitation, but China’s response remains uncertain.
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The Critical Minerals to China, EU, and U.S. National Security
Governments formulate lists of critical minerals according to their industrial requirements and strategic evaluations of supply risks.
Companies & Organisations
Kazatomprom will supply uranium to China
This contract with a Chinese energy company will help meet China's growing need for clean, carbon-free electricity and strengthen the historically long-standing nuclear relationship between the two countries.
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Eurasian Resources Group welcomes China’s $72 billion investment in EV sector
Eurasian Resources Group welcomes China’s $72 billion investment in EV sector 27.