
As US-Russia negotiations over the Ukraine-Russia war start, there are two competing views in the market.

Putin urges Russia to speed up lithium mining, aiming for self-sufficiency by 2030. The country holds substantial reserves but previously relied on imports, which were disrupted by sanctions.


A new report examines the strategic importance of titanium metal for the European Union (EU) economy
A new report by the Joint Research Centre (JRC) highlights the strategic importance of titanium metal for the EU economy and explores ways to increase circularity in its value chain.

Russia's capture of Ukraine’s lithium deposits disrupts Europe’s plans for energy independence and green initiatives.

Putin considers restricting Russia's exports of uranium, titanium, and nickel as retaliation against the West.