US cautions China as Trump administration intensifies efforts in manufacturing and mineral production

US cautions China as Trump administration intensifies efforts in manufacturing and mineral production

U.S.-China Trade Relations: Latest Developments U.S. Trade Representative Jamison Greer recently shared some insights on the ongoing trade discussions between the U.S. and China, alongside President Trump’s upcoming conversation with Xi Jinping. The United States has raised concerns over what it perceives as China’s latest effort to exert pressure on foreign businesses that are investing […]

Congo will not sell mineral resources to the US, says president

Congo will not sell mineral resources to the US, says president

President Tshisekedi Discusses Ongoing Conflict with Rwanda President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo expressed on Monday that the US-mediated peace agreement with Rwanda, signed in June, hasn’t fully resolved the ongoing conflict in eastern Congo. He acknowledged President Donald Trump’s efforts to help bring peace. On June 27, a peace deal was […]

Indonesia’s trade agreement will eliminate restrictions on critical mineral exports.

Indonesia's trade agreement will eliminate restrictions on critical mineral exports.

Indonesia to Lift Export Restrictions Following Trade Deal Indonesia is set to eliminate key export restrictions to the United States under a new tariff agreement, the White House announced on Tuesday. Last week, after initially threatening a hefty 32% tax rate, President Trump revealed that the tariff for Indonesia would be lowered to 19%. This […]

Wyoming Mine a Key Development for Mineral and Energy Plans

Wyoming Mine a Key Development for Mineral and Energy Plans

Trump Takes Steps to Boost American Energy with New Wyoming Mine President Donald Trump has moved forward with initiatives aimed at enhancing U.S. energy independence, highlighted by the recent opening of a coal mine in Wyoming. This summer, Ramis, affiliated with Ramaco Resources, Inc., participated in the historic launch of the Brook Mine, which marks […]

U.S. Mineral Buyers Discover Alternatives to China’s Export Restrictions

U.S. Mineral Buyers Discover Alternatives to China's Export Restrictions

China’s Export Ban on Critical Minerals and American Responses In December, China restricted exports of several crucial minerals to the United States. However, American buyers have found ways to circumvent these limitations by sourcing materials through intermediary countries like Thailand and Mexico. Some Chinese companies are reportedly willing to assist in navigating around the ban. […]

G7 Countries Aim to Reduce Risks to Key Mineral Supply Chains from China

G7 Countries Aim to Reduce Risks to Key Mineral Supply Chains from China

G7 Action Plan Targets Mineral Supply Chains Representatives from seven countries launched an action plan on Tuesday aimed at altering the critical mineral supply chain. The focus is on establishing supply routes that don’t go through China, which is currently the world leader in mineral production. The term “risk” wasn’t explicitly mentioned in the discussions; […]

Jolly Ranchers found unsafe in the UK due to banned mineral oil hydrocarbons

Jolly Ranchers found unsafe in the UK due to banned mineral oil hydrocarbons

British authorities have issued a warning regarding one of America’s beloved candies, stating it is “not safe to eat.” On June 11, the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) released a strict advisory against Jolly Rancher candies. This alert impacts a variety of products, including Jolly Launcher Hard Candy, Jolly Launcher Misfit, Jolly Launcher Fruity 2 […]