New Zealand has published its national minerals strategy and critical minerals list, revealing an aim to double minerals exports to NZ$3bn over the next decade. The list includes 37 commodities deemed ...

The Trump administration added 10 new minerals — including metallurgical coal and uranium — to its critical minerals list. The move underscores Trump’s pro-fossil fuel agenda, reviving support for ...

The Interior Department on Thursday announced an updated critical minerals list that includes metallurgical coal and both phosphate and potash, two key ingredients for common fertilizers. The final ...

The U.S. government is undergoing the most significant overhaul of its critical minerals list. The proposal would add six new commodities, seen as vital to national security and economic stability.

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has finalized its List of Critical Minerals for 2025, updating its 2022 list. The list of 60 minerals features 10 new minerals, including copper for the first time.

Silver production has fallen short of demand for five consecutive years. China controls 70% of global refined silver supply and added it to its rare-earth minerals export controls in January 2026.

Section 1. Policy. A strong national defense depends on a robust economy and price stability, a resilient manufacturing and defense industrial base, and secure domestic supply chains. Critical ...