China and Taliban resume Mes Aynak copper mine project in Afghanistan after 16-year delay
After a hiatus of 16 years caused by ongoing conflict, work has officially resumed on the Mes Aynak copper mine in Afghanistan, a project anticipated...
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Potential impact of China’s critical mineral export controls on U.S. supply chain
In the past year, China has implemented export controls on critical minerals such as gallium, germanium and graphite, which are essential for manufacturing key technologies like...
China’s dominance in Tajikistan’s gold mining sector: Benefits and challenges
China’s investment in Tajikistan’s gold mining sector has cemented its control over more than 75% of the country’s gold output. For the past three decades,...
China faces copper shortage as smelters cut output; more reductions likely in 2025
A shortage of copper concentrate this year has prompted several smelters in China to reduce their output, with further reductions expected next year as the...
Russia’s Nornickel explores new copper, nickel and palladium projects in China amid sanctions challenges
Russia’s largest mining company, MMC Norilsk Nickel, is exploring several new projects in China, focusing on copper, nickel, and palladium, as international sanctions complicate cross-border...
China initiates National Uranium No.1 project in Inner Mongolia
The China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC) has commenced development on the National Uranium No.1 project in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, with operations starting on...
Ukraine’s pivotal role in global supply chains for critical raw materials amid geopolitical changes
Ukraine‘s role in global supply chains for critical raw materials is increasingly pivotal amidst ongoing geopolitical challenges. These include the Russian invasion of Ukraine, China-US...
Russian mining giant Nornickel explores joint venture for copper smelter in China
Russian mining giant Nornickel is reportedly in discussions with China Copper to establish a smelting facility in China. This joint venture aims to relocate Nornickel’s...
EU faces challenges meeting rare earth mineral targets under Critical Raw Materials Act
The European Union (EU) is facing significant challenges in meeting its targets for rare earth minerals, according to production forecasts reported by Reuters. Failure to...
German Government backs Arafura rare earths with $115m loan guarantees for Nolans project
Arafura Rare Earths has achieved a major milestone with conditional approval for up to $115m (€106.5m) in loan guarantees from the German Government’s Inter-Ministerial Committee...
