The Geopolitics of Critical Mineral Supply Chains: Navigating Global Resource Dependencies

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Written By Jennifer Joslyn

🌎 The Geopolitics of Critical Mineral Supply Chains: Navigating Global Resource Dependencies.

The growing importance of critical minerals for green energy, defense systems, and high-tech applications, coupled with supply chain vulnerabilities, is driving increased attention to diversify and secure these supply chains. China currently holds a dominant position in critical mineral mining, processing, and manufacturing, with significant control over global supply chains for rare earth elements, cobalt, nickel, and lithium. This concentration has raised concerns about supply disruptions and geopolitical risks.

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