Donald Trump announced a three-day pause on threatened 50% tariffs on Canada following a reported deal, though Canadian officials disputed the existence of any agreement amid high-stakes disputes over critical minerals, defense, and sovereignty.
Coal India is establishing its first overseas trading office in Singapore to diversify into iron ore and critical minerals, aiming to reduce supply dependence on China and support clean energy ambitions.
China has detained multiple Japanese nationals, including corporate executives, for allegedly violating export restrictions on dual-use goods, according to a report by The Mainichi.
Sunrise Energy Metals' shares rose 29% after the US Department of Defense committed $400M in debt financing for the development of the world's first primary scandium mine in Australia, aiming to reduce dependence on China for rare earth elements.
China's rare earth producers report strong first-half profit surges, driven by AI supply chain expansion and hardware demand, despite Beijing's use of the minerals as trade leverage.
The US Senate confirmed former Republican congressman David Brat as the new US ambassador to Australia, ending a nearly 20-month vacancy. Brat's priorities include critical minerals, defence cooperation, and AUKUS.
The US Senate confirmed former Republican congressman David Brat as the new US ambassador to Australia, ending a nearly 20-month vacancy for the diplomatic post in Canberra.
The US announced critical minerals agreements and $2 billion in mining investments on Friday to reduce reliance on foreign nations for strategic materials, amid competition with China.
Australia's only silicon manufacturer, Simcoa, will exit the United States after the Trump administration imposed heavy new tariffs on silicon metal imported from Australia, leading to a roughly 40 per cent additional levy.
President Lee Jae Myung concluded a trip to the U.S. and South America, focusing on AI cooperation with U.S. tech giants like Nvidia in San Francisco and securing critical minerals with Brazil, Chile, and Argentina. The tour aimed to bolster South Korea's AI semiconductor hub vision and diversify mineral supplies.
President Lee Jae Myung concluded his visit to Argentina, agreeing with President Javier Milei to boost cooperation on critical minerals, including lithium, and South Korea's crude oil imports from Argentina. They also pledged to resume FTA talks with Mercosur.
South Korea and Argentina agreed to strengthen cooperation on critical minerals, including lithium, and energy, with an MOU signed during a summit between Presidents Lee Jae Myung and Javier Milei in Buenos Aires. They also finalized a double taxation avoidance agreement.
South Korea and Argentina agreed to strengthen cooperation on critical minerals, including joint lithium projects, and to resume FTA negotiations with Mercosur. The agreement was reached during a summit between Presidents Lee Jae Myung and Javier Milei in Buenos Aires.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung held summit talks with Argentine President Javier Milei in Buenos Aires, focusing on cooperation in critical mineral supply chains, energy, food, and the potential resumption of trade agreement negotiations with the Mercosur bloc.
Sweden announced plans to significantly boost its mining sector, particularly for rare earths, by declaring critical metal extraction a national security interest. This strategy aims to streamline permit processes and attract investment to counter European dependence on China, though it raises concerns for the Sami reindeer-herding indigenous people.
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated that the US is not receiving sufficient critical mineral exports from China despite ongoing high-level talks. He emphasized US leverage and efforts to boost domestic production to reduce dependency.
WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala warned the UN Security Council that surging global demand for critical minerals risks fueling conflict and poverty in resource-rich nations, urging them to leverage their wealth for local processing and economic transformation.
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order to reduce dependence on China for defense-related critical minerals, directing military contractors to shift supply chains away from Beijing-linked sources by January 2027, citing national security in an era of great power competition.
US President Donald Trump imposed additional 50% import tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, including wine, hockey sticks, and cement, effective 30 days after signing. The White House stated these tariffs are in response to Canada's "discriminatory treatment of American products."
India and Australia signed a landmark civil nuclear agreement for commercial uranium supplies, alongside deals on defense, maritime security, critical minerals, and emerging technologies. Prime Ministers Modi and Albanese unveiled joint declarations and roadmaps to strengthen cooperation in a free and stable Indo-Pacific.
India, Australia, and Canada have signed the Australia–Canada–India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership MOU to boost collaboration in critical and emerging technologies. The agreement focuses on green energy, resilient supply chains, and critical minerals, supporting net-zero goals and AI adoption. Additionally, India and Australia finalized arrangements for Australian uranium exports to India for peaceful nuclear purposes.
PM Narendra Modi urged Australian businesses to invest in India during his visit, highlighting its growth story and potential in sectors like clean energy and infrastructure. Discussions focused on expanding cooperation, with AustralianSuper announcing a AUD 500 million investment in India's NIIF.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney agreed Tuesday to enhance cooperation in defense and critical minerals during talks on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Ankara. The discussion followed Canada's selection of a German firm for a submarine project, which South Korea had also bid for.
India and Indonesia have agreed to cooperate on the BrahMos missile system and air-to-air missile technology. The deals were announced following a meeting between Indian Prime Minister Modi and Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo, highlighting growing trust and collaboration in defense, security, and maritime affairs.
