Tag: Critical Minerals
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Trump-Modi Ties: Gor on U.S.-India Relations Amid Tariffs
New Delhi Meeting Signals a Focus on U.S.-India Ties Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor arrived in New Delhi for his first trip to India since being confirmed for the key diplomatic post as the United States’ next ambassador to India. His six-day visit is underway at a time when Washington and New Delhi are navigating complex trade…
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Trump-Modi Ties Under Scanner: Sergio Gor Reflects on US-India Relations Amid Tariffs
H2: Context and Timing The visit of Sergio Gor, the ambassador-designate of the United States to India, to New Delhi comes at a pivotal moment for bilateral relations. Confirmed by President Trump earlier this year, Gor arrived in India for what is described as a six-day inaugural tour since his formal nomination. The backdrop to…
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Trump Threatens Massive Tariffs on China Over Critical Minerals Dispute
Background: A Growing Trade Tension In a developing story that has global markets watching closely, President Donald Trump signaled a potential shift in the United States’ approach to trade with China. He warned that the United States could implement a “massive increase” in tariffs on Chinese goods as a response to Beijing’s recent export controls…
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Trump Threatens Massive Tariffs on China Over Critical Minerals Clash
Trump Signals Potentially Massive Tariffs on China Over Critical Minerals President Donald Trump raised the prospect of a dramatic shift in U.S. policy toward China, signaling a possible “massive increase” in tariffs amid a dispute over critical minerals. In a post shared on Truth Social, Trump argued that Beijing had grown “very hostile” and cited…
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Trump Signals Massive Tariffs on China Over Critical Minerals Clash
Overview: A Warning of Escalation President Donald Trump has signaled a dramatic shift in the United States’ trade posture toward China, suggesting a possible “massive increase” in tariffs as the dispute over critical minerals intensifies. In a post on Truth Social, Trump claimed that Beijing’s recent export controls on essential minerals have raised the stakes…
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Alcoa confirms permanent shutdown of Kwinana refinery south of Perth
Alcoa confirms permanent shutdown of Kwinana refinery Alcoa, the US-backed aluminium giant operating in Western Australia, has confirmed that there is no sustainable path to restarting its Kwinana alumina refinery south of Perth. After winding down production in early 2024, the company said the facility would close permanently. The decision marks a major shift for…
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Pakistan and US Sign Landmark Critical Minerals MoUs
Introduction In a significant move to strengthen economic ties, Pakistan and the United States have recently signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) focused on the development and processing of critical minerals, including rare earth elements (REEs). This partnership aims to enhance logistics services and facilitate the sustainable extraction of minerals crucial for modern technologies. Importance…
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Pakistan and US Sign Critical Minerals Investment Deal
Introduction to the Investment Deal In a significant move towards enhancing economic ties and promoting sustainable development, Pakistan and the United States signed two landmark Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) on critical minerals investment on Monday. This partnership aims to focus on the development and processing of critical minerals, particularly rare earth elements (REEs), which are…
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Pakistan and US Sign Landmark Critical Minerals Investment Deal
Introduction to the Pakistan-US Investment Deal In a significant move towards enhancing economic and strategic ties, Pakistan and the United States have inked two landmark Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs). These agreements are centered on the development and processing of critical minerals, particularly rare earth elements (REEs), and logistics services. This initiative marks a pivotal step…