Critical mineral strategy

[July – 26] US envoy says Cook Islands minerals are a top priority – Reuters

[June – 26] Mozambique tightens grip on mining with 15% state stake rule, local processing — Reuters

[June – 26] Mexico Streamlines 42 Mining and Extractive Procedures in 2026 – Discovery Alert

[June – 26] Zimbabwe Plans to Leverage Lithium Wealth to Build Roads and Railways Through China

[June – 26] Nigeria launches EMERGE programme to unlock $750 billion mining potential

[May – 2026] ADB Launches Financing Initiative to Scale Critical Minerals Supply Chains in Asia

[May – 2026] Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies Passes Bill Aimed at Promoting Critical Minerals Investments

[May – 2026] Chile moves to formalize critical minerals strategy

[May – 2026] China tightens grip on West Africa’s lithium as U.S.-linked miner exits Africa’s critical minerals race

[May – 2026] Chinese firms warn Indonesia’s nickel quotas, tax hikes threaten investment

[May – 2026] Critical Mineral Chokepoints Extend Far Beyond Mining and Refining

[May – 2026] Critical minerals need more than capital. They need targeted de-risking to become investable

[May – 2026] Germany to boost raw materials fund to reduce reliance on China

[May – 2026] Indonesia pushes back after Chinese business group complains tougher rules hurt investors

[May – 2026] Lula won’t sideline China or anyone in rare earths, tells Trump refining stays in Brazil

[May – 2026] Milei approves incentives for lithium mine expansion with China ties

[May – 2026] Russia is considering exploiting Cuba’s nickel and cobalt resources following Sherritt’s exit

[May – 2026] Trump administration pivots to buying stakes in critical sectors

[Apr – 2026] Two Chinese firms granted lithium export quotas from Zimbabwe, state media reports

[Apr – 2026] India’s critical mineral imports show high concentration of trade linkages, reinforcing need for diversification