Topic
Minerals
News & analysis tagged Minerals — diplomacy, politics, and global affairs coverage from Model Diplomat.
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climate_energy
Largo's $60M Pentagon Vanadium Order
The U.S. Defense Logistics Agency's $60.1M order for vanadium from Largo Inc. highlights a strategic pivot to secure critical minerals supply from Brazil amid China's dominance.
2026-07-09
politics_diplomacy
Korea-Mongolia CEPA: Rare-Earth Strategy
South Korea and Mongolia's CEPA aims to reduce reliance on China for rare earths, enhancing trade in critical minerals and consumer goods.
2026-07-09
international
Frank Garcia Takes Over Africa Desk
Frank Garcia's appointment to lead the Africa desk signals a shift in US policy toward the continent, sharpening focus on trade, minerals and diplomacy.
2026-05-26
conflict
G7 Minerals Push
G7 trade talks in Paris spotlight the geopolitical stakes of critical mineral supply chains, as allies seek to reduce dependence on China and secure access.
2026-05-06