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BIS Restricts Exports of Critical Mineral Materials to Protect National Security

BIS Restricts Exports of Critical Mineral Materials to Protect National Security

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued a temporary final rule restricting the export of certain critical mineral materials, including 'black mass' from lithium-ion batteries and tungsten waste, to non-U.S. entities. This rule, effective from August 27, 2026, mandates that these materials be sold exclusively to U.S. buyers unless authorized by BIS. The decision follows a Presidential Determination highlighting the scarcity of these materials and their importance to national defense. The rule aims to secure domestic supply chains and mitigate risks associated with foreign dependency.
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USA Rare Earth Advances in Rare Earth Production and Expansion Plans

USA Rare Earth Advances in Rare Earth Production and Expansion Plans

USA Rare Earth Advances in Rare Earth Production and Expansion Plans
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Pentagon's $400 Million Investment in Australian Scandium Mine Targets Supply Chain Security

Pentagon's $400 Million Investment in Australian Scandium Mine Targets Supply Chain Security

Pentagon's $400 Million Investment in Australian Scandium Mine Targets Supply Chain Security
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NevGold Corp. Advances U.S. Antimony Resource with New Drilling Results

NevGold Corp. Advances U.S. Antimony Resource with New Drilling Results

NevGold Corp. Advances U.S. Antimony Resource with New Drilling Results
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U.S. DFC to Fund Harena Rare Earths' Madagascar Mine to Boost Strategic Mineral Supply

U.S. DFC to Fund Harena Rare Earths' Madagascar Mine to Boost Strategic Mineral Supply

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has announced funding for Harena Rare Earths plc's mining project in Madagascar. This investment aims to develop the Ampasindava Ionic Clay Rare Earth Project, which contains significant deposits of neodymium, dysprosium, and praseodymium. These elements are crucial for advanced manufacturing and defense technologies. The funding represents DFC's first mining investment in Madagascar and aligns with U.S. efforts to secure critical mineral supply chains.
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U.S. Government's $400 Million Loan to Australian Miner Aims to Secure Scandium Supply

U.S. Government's $400 Million Loan to Australian Miner Aims to Secure Scandium Supply

U.S. Government's $400 Million Loan to Australian Miner Aims to Secure Scandium Supply
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Sila Secures $1.4 Billion Pentagon Loan to Boost Battery Material Production

Sila Secures $1.4 Billion Pentagon Loan to Boost Battery Material Production

Sila Secures $1.4 Billion Pentagon Loan to Boost Battery Material Production
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West Cobar Accelerates Scandium Drilling at Salazar Project

West Cobar Accelerates Scandium Drilling at Salazar Project

West Cobar Accelerates Scandium Drilling at Salazar Project
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NioCorp's Elk Creek Project to Produce Eight Critical Minerals with $4.1 Billion NPV

NioCorp's Elk Creek Project to Produce Eight Critical Minerals with $4.1 Billion NPV

NioCorp's Elk Creek Project to Produce Eight Critical Minerals with $4.1 Billion NPV
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Export-Import Bank of the United States Approves $25 Million Loan for Westwater Resources' Alabama Graphite Plant

Export-Import Bank of the United States Approves $25 Million Loan for Westwater Resources' Alabama Graphite Plant

Export-Import Bank of the United States Approves $25 Million Loan for Westwater Resources' Alabama Graphite Plant
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U.S. Department of Defense Commits $400 Million to Australian Scandium Mine

U.S. Department of Defense Commits $400 Million to Australian Scandium Mine

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced a $400 million conditional loan to Sunrise Energy Metals for the development of a primary scandium mine in New South Wales, Australia. This project aims to establish a Western-aligned supply chain for scandium, a critical rare earth element used in aerospace and defense technologies. The initiative is part of a broader $3 billion investment by the U.S. to enhance domestic production of critical minerals and reduce reliance on China, which currently dominates the scandium market.
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Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick Supports Critical Minerals Deals to Counter China

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick Supports Critical Minerals Deals to Counter China

The United States has announced several critical minerals agreements with multiple mining companies, aiming to reduce China's dominance in the production and processing of strategic materials. President Trump, during a round table with global mining industry executives, emphasized the importance of ensuring America is not reliant on hostile foreign nations for essential resources. The measures include approximately $2 billion in investments in various mining projects domestically and internationally, along with over $180 million allocated for mining workforce development. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have also expressed concerns over China's control in this sector.