Foreign mining investments in Mexico totaled US$2.323 billion in the first quarter of 2026, according to data from the Ministry of Economy. This was the
China accounts for 99% of the global supply of refined gallium. This creates vulnerabilities in multiple strategic technology sectors, according to USA Rare Earth, Inc.
Imports of Chinese cars to Mexico grew at a year-over-year rate of 44.9% in 2025, reaching a record 6,346 units. In Mexico, Chinese brands such
Rare earth extraction in China accounts for approximately 60% of global production of these strategic minerals. In addition, the Asian country processes nearly 90% of
U.S. automotive production is suffering from a shortage of heavy rare earths due to supply chain disruptions. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago,
Canada is the world’s largest potash producer, with 21.9 million tons in 2023. This amount implies a 7% decrease at a year-on-year rate, according to
The Mexican Geological Service (SGM) reported that it is exploring for uranium, thorium and rare earths. SGM is a decentralized public agency of the Mexican
The Mining Chamber of Mexico (Camimex) highlighted the 10 essential minerals for clean energy technologies. These minerals are: copper, cobalt, nickel, lithium, rare earths, chromium,
Export restrictions on critical raw materials have increased more than fivefold in the last decade, the World Trade Organization (WTO) reported Tuesday. Given widespread demand
General Motors described some of its China risks as its investments in that nation, U.S. dependence on rare earths and its alliances with Chinese companies.
Foreign mining investments in Mexico totaled US$2.323 billion in the first quarter of 2026, according to data from the Ministry of Economy. This was the
China accounts for 99% of the global supply of refined gallium. This creates vulnerabilities in multiple strategic technology sectors, according to USA Rare Earth, Inc.
Imports of Chinese cars to Mexico grew at a year-over-year rate of 44.9% in 2025, reaching a record 6,346 units. In Mexico, Chinese brands such
Rare earth extraction in China accounts for approximately 60% of global production of these strategic minerals. In addition, the Asian country processes nearly 90% of
U.S. automotive production is suffering from a shortage of heavy rare earths due to supply chain disruptions. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago,
Canada is the world’s largest potash producer, with 21.9 million tons in 2023. This amount implies a 7% decrease at a year-on-year rate, according to
The Mexican Geological Service (SGM) reported that it is exploring for uranium, thorium and rare earths. SGM is a decentralized public agency of the Mexican
The Mining Chamber of Mexico (Camimex) highlighted the 10 essential minerals for clean energy technologies. These minerals are: copper, cobalt, nickel, lithium, rare earths, chromium,
Export restrictions on critical raw materials have increased more than fivefold in the last decade, the World Trade Organization (WTO) reported Tuesday. Given widespread demand
General Motors described some of its China risks as its investments in that nation, U.S. dependence on rare earths and its alliances with Chinese companies.
