China’s African Lithium Push Leaves US Playing Catch-Up
Washington has a new minerals pact with Kinshasa but Beijing has an intimidating headstart.
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Zijin Mining’s disclosure of the size of its lithium operation in the Democratic Republic of Congo is yet another reminder of China’s commanding lead over the US in the intensifying competition for critical minerals.