Germany’s Chancellor plans lithium deal with Serbia after Rio ruling Olaf Scholz plans to visit Serbia this week to secure supplies of lithium that are critical for the nation’s energy transition and auto industry. Bloomberg News | July 16, 2024 | 3:32 pm
Argentina tripled lithium carbonate production capacity in last two years Argentina, the world's No. 4 lithium producer, has four projects in production. Reuters | July 16, 2024 | 12:19 pm
Agnico Eagle expands stake in First Nordic to 13% First Nordic is finalizing its acquisition of the Oijärvi gold project in Finland. Staff Writer | July 16, 2024 | 10:32 am
Rio Tinto hails another step closer to develop Serbian lithium mine If developed, the $2.4 billion Jadar lithium project in Western Serbia could cover 90% of Europe's current lithium needs. Reuters | July 16, 2024 | 8:25 am
Europe needs way to price critical minerals independently of China, group says Reuters | July 15, 2024 | 6:55 am
Weak market for critical minerals seen dampening Western efforts to counter China Reuters | July 12, 2024 | 7:15 am