President Calls for Domestic Processing of Rare Earths, AI in Portuguese and Expansion of High-Tech Manufacturing Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is placing technology and industrial independence at the centre of his campaign for a fourth presidential term, calling for Brazil to move beyond exporting raw materials and build a stronger domestic technology […]
Several of America’s largest financial institutions, including JPMorgan Chase, are expected to play a central role in financing Japan’s proposed $550 billion investment initiative in the United States, according to sources familiar with the matter. The ambitious plan is designed to strengthen economic ties between the two allies, boost strategic industries, and support large-scale infrastructure […]
Capacity Constraints Raise Questions Over Zimbabwe’s Lithium Processing Plans Zimbabwe’s only operational lithium sulphate processing plant is currently unable to process lithium concentrate from other mining companies, raising fresh concerns as the country prepares to ban lithium concentrate exports from January 2027. The development highlights the challenges facing Africa’s largest lithium producer as it pushes […]
Australia and India have signed a landmark uranium supply agreement that marks a significant step in their growing strategic partnership, reinforcing cooperation in clean energy, trade and regional security. The agreement will allow Australia to expand uranium exports for India’s civilian nuclear energy programme, supporting New Delhi’s ambitions to meet rising electricity demand while reducing […]