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Mineral Sands - Page 2

August 29, 2024
Corruption

Sri Lanka: $300 Million Corruption Exposed in Puttalam Mining Deal

Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) has escalated its concerns regarding a proposed mineral sands mining project in Puttalam, filing a formal complaint with the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) on

Defence/Geopolitics

The New Mineral Cold War

In his second term, United States (US) President Donald Trump has elevated rare earth elements (REEs) and critical minerals to a top strategic priority, comparable to semiconductors, due to their indispensable role in defence, clean energy, electronics, and advanced manufacturing.

December 19, 2025

Ravenswood Gold Secures $650 Million Private Credit Deal in Expanding Market

Business

Australian gold producer Ravenswood Gold Pty. has obtained a $650 million private credit loan from investment firm RRJ Capital to refinance existing debt, according

Trump Allies Target Greenland’s Rare-Earth Trove in Bid to Outflank China

Diplomacy

Greenland’s icy, mineral-rich landscape has once again captured Washington’s attention — and a former U.S. Green Beret with close ties to Donald Trump is

Canada Unveils $1 Billion Critical Minerals Push Backed by G7

November 1, 2025
Business

Canada is spearheading a major push to strengthen its position in the global critical minerals market, announcing C$1.4 billion ($1 billion) in new investments and partnerships aimed at securing key materials for

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Australia Eyes Price Floors in Critical Minerals Amid U.S. Deal Talks

October 12, 2025
Business/Trade Wars

Australia is considering introducing minimum prices for critical minerals and investing directly in new rare-earth projects as part of a potential resources pact with the United States, according to a report by

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Trump Administration Eyes Stake in Greenland Rare Earths Project

October 4, 2025
Business

The Trump administration has discussed taking a stake in Critical Metals Corp (CRML.O), a move that would give Washington a direct interest in Greenland’s Tanbreez rare earths project, four people familiar with

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Trump Allies Target Greenland’s Rare-Earth Trove in Bid to Outflank China

August 9, 2025
Diplomacy

Greenland’s icy, mineral-rich landscape has once again captured Washington’s attention — and a former U.S. Green Beret with close ties to Donald Trump is helping lead the charge. As Bloomberg reports, Drew

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Newly Discovered Rare Earth Mineral Reinforces China’s Dominance

July 20, 2025
Trade Wars

A groundbreaking discovery by Chinese scientists has sent ripples through the global rare earth market, highlighting China’s continued supremacy in this critical sector. The mineral, officially named Huanghoite-(Nd) and colloquially dubbed the

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Indonesian Miners Warn of Output Cuts and Lower Profits Amid Royalty Hikes

April 29, 2025
Business

Indonesia’s mining industry is bracing for a turbulent period after the government announced significant increases in royalties on key mineral exports, including nickel, coal, copper, and gold. The move, aimed at shoring

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Geopolitical Rivalry Escalates Over Central Asia’s Rich Mineral

March 26, 2025
Business/Trade Wars

Central Asia is rapidly becoming a focal point in the global competition for critical resources, as the United States, European Union, Russia, and China intensify their efforts to secure access to the

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Sri Lanka: $300 Million Corruption Exposed in Puttalam Mining Deal

August 29, 2024
Corruption

Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) has escalated its concerns regarding a proposed mineral sands mining project in Puttalam, filing a formal complaint with the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) on

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