PolicyTrade

US and Australia Forge $8.5 Billion Critical Minerals Partnership Amid China Export Restrictions

President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have finalized an $8.5 billion critical-minerals deal at the White House. The partnership aims to reduce reliance on Chinese exports amid new restrictions on rare-earth materials.

Strategic Alliance to Secure Critical Mineral Supply Chains

President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have signed an $8.5 billion agreement focused on critical minerals, according to reports from the White House. The deal, reportedly negotiated over several months, aims to strengthen supply chains for rare-earth elements essential for technology and defense applications. Analysts suggest this move responds to China’s recent export controls, which require foreign firms to seek government approval for shipments containing trace amounts of Chinese-origin rare-earth materials.

InvestmentTrade

Chinese Investment in European EV Sector Faces Multiple Headwinds

China’s ambitious push into Europe’s electric vehicle market is encountering significant obstacles, with major projects being scaled back amid geopolitical tensions and softer demand. Recent analyses indicate a sharp decline in new Chinese greenfield investments across the EU, particularly in the automotive sector. Industry experts suggest 2025 may become a “pause year” for Chinese investment in European markets.

European EV Investment Landscape Shifts

China’s substantial investment push into Europe’s electric vehicle sector is facing significant headwinds, with multiple major projects being reconsidered amid changing market conditions and geopolitical tensions. According to reports from research firms, weaker-than-expected EV demand in Europe is forcing Chinese companies to reassess their ambitious expansion plans across the continent.