EU and US Strengthen Ties on Critical Minerals in Response to China's Influence
EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič highlights a new Memorandum of Understanding aimed at accelerating cooperation on critical minerals, addressing concerns over China's market dominance.
Editorial Staff
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Updated 16 days ago
On April 24, 2026, EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič announced a new Memorandum of Understanding between the EU and the US focused on critical minerals.
Šefčovič emphasized that this agreement would enable both parties to achieve their objectives more swiftly than previously possible.
This move comes amid growing concerns regarding China's significant influence in the critical minerals market, prompting the EU and US to enhance their collaboration.