July 9, 2023

European firms look for footing in China-US spat, French execs say

Eramet's CEO said China's show of force over the supply chain for key metals shouldn't come as a surprise.

July 7, 2023

Yellen says US doesn’t want ‘winner take all’ fight with China

Yellen’s comments kick off two days of meetings in Beijing for the US Treasury chief.

July 7, 2023

Indonesia probes possible illegal nickel ore exports to China

Indonesia had stopped exports of the material since the beginning of 2020.

July 6, 2023

EU pushing China to narrow the scope of metal export controls

The EU wants to make sure that export restrictions on the two metals are based on clear security implications and comply with WTO rules.

July 6, 2023

Pentagon has strategic germanium stockpile, but no gallium reserves – spokesperson

China announced export restrictions on the two metals used in semiconductors.

July 6, 2023

UK needs to revive rich mining past to counter China’s minerals grip

The reopening of the South Crofty tin mine in Cornwall is part of a wave of mining activity across England’s southwestern tip.

July 5, 2023

US says it opposes export controls by China on metals, will consult allies

The United States "firmly" opposes export controls announced by China on gallium and germanium, a US Commerce Department spokesperson said.

July 5, 2023

What are gallium and germanium? Niche metals hit by China curbs

Excluding China, other countries with gallium production capacity include Russia and Ukraine.

July 5, 2023

Huayou commissions $300 million Zimbabwe lithium plant

The Arcadia plant took nine months to construct and started exporting concentrates in April.

July 5, 2023

International miners set to benefit as China curbs germanium exports

China on Monday announced export restrictions on some gallium and germanium products, citing national security interests.