• 16 March 2026
  • Market: Metals
With tighter licensing creating a two‑tier global market and pushing Western prices sharply higher, supply security has become a critical issue for EVs, wind, defence, and tech. Australia’s upstream strength positions it as a key player in global diversification, though challenges remain in scaling downstream capacity. Chi also highlights rising investment momentum and shifting policy landscapes across major economies
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