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Mineral Resources
News & analysis tagged Mineral Resources — diplomacy, politics, and global affairs coverage from Model Diplomat.
15 Stories
Why Zimbabwe Can't Meet US Lithium Demand
Zimbabwe's lithium production is hindered by export bans and Chinese ownership.
2026-07-09
South America's Lithium Leverage Expires Soon
South America must secure lithium refining deals before November 2026 to avoid losing out.
2026-07-09
Largo's $60M Pentagon Vanadium Deal
Largo's $60M deal with the Pentagon marks a strategic shift in U.S. mineral policy.
2026-07-09
Korea–Mongolia CEPA: Minerals Gambit
South Korea's CEPA with Mongolia aims to diversify mineral supply chains away from China.
2026-07-09
Korea, Mongolia Sign 21 MOUs on Rare Earths
Korea and Mongolia's new partnership aims to reduce reliance on China for rare earths.
2026-07-09
India's Graphite Gambit: Mining Arunachal
India's push into Arunachal Pradesh's graphite reserves aims to reduce Chinese dependence.
2026-07-09
India's Graphite Gambit Against China
India's push for graphite mining aims to challenge China's battery material monopoly.
2026-07-09
Chile's $3.2B Lithium Boom Locks In China's
Chile's lithium exports hit $3.2B in H1 2026, with 55% going to China, solidifying Beijing's control.
2026-07-09
India-Indonesia Pact to Challenge China
India and Indonesia's pact aims to disrupt China's control over critical minerals.
2026-07-08
Fluorspar: China's Next Economic Weapon
China's fluorspar dominance poses a new threat to global energy security.
2026-07-08
Canada's Trail Smelter Deal: A Strategic Move
Canada's $400M investment in Teck's Trail smelter is a strategic response to China's export ban.
2026-07-08
Lynas Invests $50M in Malaysia Magnet Plant
Lynas invests $50 million in a Malaysian magnet plant, countering China's grip.
2026-07-07
DOE Invests $75M in Coal Waste Projects
The DOE's $75M investment in coal waste projects seeks to counter China's rare earth dominance.
2026-07-07
Brazil: The Swing State in Mineral Wars
Brazil's critical minerals are pivotal in U.S.-China tensions, with Lula holding leverage.
2026-07-06
Zambia Claims US Ties Health Aid to Minerals
Zambia's rejection of US health aid tied to minerals marks a significant diplomatic stand.
2026-05-05