Industrial Policy

Canada Launches $4.6 Billion Critical Minerals Initiative as G7 Alliance Shifts from Strategy to Action
Canada's implementation of the G7 Critical Minerals Alliance through $4.6 billion in projects signals a strategic shift toward reducing Western dependence on Chinese mineral supplies, with Nouveau Monde Graphite emerging as a key player through pre-construction supply agreements.

China Ends EV Industry Subsidies in Major Policy Shift
China has removed electric vehicles from its strategic emerging industries list, signaling the sector's maturation and the end of billions in government subsidies that reshaped global automotive competition.

Trump Administration's Price Support Strategy Boosts Ucore Rare Metals' Position in Rare Earth Market
The Trump administration's new price support strategy for domestic rare earth producers could significantly benefit Ucore Rare Metals Inc. due to its innovative RapidSX technology, marking a pivotal shift in U.S. critical minerals policy to counter China's dominance.

China Urges EV Makers to Cease Price Wars to Safeguard Economic Stability
The Chinese government has advised electric vehicle manufacturers to avoid engaging in detrimental price wars, aiming to ensure the long-term sustainability of the industry and foster a healthier market environment.