Beijing has sought to develop its ties with the Taliban-run government since it took over in 2021, even though no other country has recognised the administration.

The producer will spend $70 million to lift production at Gudai-Darri, its newest mine in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.

The lithium triangle of South America accounts for more than half of global resources.

China's central bank ramped up liquidity support to the banking system by conducting medium-term lending facility operations.

Company to set up a plant to produce lithium iron phosphate, Chilean President Gabriel Boric said.

Hopes of additional economic stimulus by Beijing helped limit losses.

Rare earth imports jump 19% from year earlier.

Latin America has emerged as a hot spot for carmakers seeking to tap metals used in electric vehicles.