China backing autocratic regimes to secure resources — report
Autocratic regimes represent for Beijing greater supply stability than democracies that are, or may become, hostile to China, Verisk Maplecroft says.
Copper price up on strong demand outlook and supply disruptions
Tight copper concentrate supply remains a concern for downstream copper…
China probes mine deaths cover-up in top steel province
The country recorded 573 mine-related deaths in 2020.
Nickel demand for EVs to outpace lithium and cobalt – report
Fitch expects nickel demand for EV battery manufacturing to average…
Aluminum price hits 9-year high on Chinese supply concerns
The Chinese city of Baotou in Inner Mongolia ordered some…
