DRC and Rwanda Sign Landmark Peace Deal, Open Minerals to U.S.
On Dec. 4, 2025 in Washington, DRC and Rwanda leaders inked a landmark peace deal to end decades of conflict in eastern DRC and open critical minerals to U.S. companies.
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Macron turns to the Chinese mainland for critical green minerals
During his December 2025 state visit, President Macron seeks lithium, cobalt, and other critical minerals from the Chinese mainland to power France’s green transition.
G20 Leaders Unite in Johannesburg on Resilience, Energy, Debt & Minerals
G20 leaders in Johannesburg adopt a landmark declaration on disaster resilience, debt sustainability, energy transitions & critical minerals under “Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability.”
China Urges G7 to Stop Disrupting Trade Order
China has urged the G7 to abandon self-made rules and uphold the principles of the international trade order amid talks of a critical minerals alliance.
China Urges Critical Mineral Nations to Safeguard Global Supply Chains
China calls on critical mineral nations to help maintain global industrial security and ensure stable supply chains amid a new US-Australia agreement.
Trump Says U.S.–Ukraine Minerals Deal to Be Signed Next Thursday
President Trump says a new minerals deal with Ukraine will be signed next Thursday, potentially reshaping critical supply chains for tech, energy and defense.
US and Ukraine Reach Framework Deal to Develop Critical Minerals
US and Ukraine have signed a framework agreement to jointly develop Ukraine’s natural resources, focusing on critical minerals, amid ongoing security discussions and reconstruction efforts.
US and Ukraine Finalize Critical Minerals Deal to Boost Partnership
The US and Ukraine have agreed on a critical minerals deal aimed at strengthening their partnership and supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty, amidst ongoing regional tensions.