Thousands of people were working on the informal mining site in eastern Congo, in an area controlled by an armed militia.
Tag: Metals and Minerals
Seabed-Mining Firm Faces Legal Questions Over Trump Policy
After Trump pledged to open international waters to mining, The Metals Company sought U.S. permits. But other countries are raising legal concerns.
China’s Hardball Tactics Set Tone for Difficult Summit with Europe
Beijing is betting that economic pressure and diplomatic defiance will force concessions, but its stance could put more strain on its ties with Europe at a crucial time.
What to Know About the Rare Earths Mining Boom in Myanmar
In the chaos of war, there’s nothing to stop Chinese firms from ravaging the landscape and extracting the minerals, which end up in China.
What to Know About the Rare Earths Mining Boom in Myanmar
In the chaos of war, there’s nothing to stop Chinese firms from ravaging the landscape and extracting the minerals, which end up in China.
Trump Discusses Economic Investment With African Leaders at White House Meeting
The administration is aiming to strike deals to expand the United States’ access to critical minerals and to counter China’s rising influence in Africa.
Russia Seizes Key Lithium Field in Challenge for U.S.-Ukraine Minerals Deal
The capture highlights a core problem in the agreement. The more territory Moscow grabs, the fewer resources Kyiv can offer to Washington.
Ukraine Takes First Step Toward Carrying Out Minerals Deal With U.S.
The government is trying to show the Trump administration that it can deliver on the agreement.
What to Know About China’s Halt of Rare Earth Exports
Since early April, China has stopped almost all shipments of critical minerals that are needed for cars, robots, wind turbines, jet fighters and other technologies.
How Higher Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Will Affect Companies
Home builders, car manufacturers and can makers are among those that will see higher prices for materials. Those companies could charge customers more.