Artisans from Itapetininga transform raw materials from nature into biodegradable jewelry
Artisans in Itapetininga, Brazil, create eco-friendly jewelry from seeds and shells collected locally.
President Yoon: 'Even a Drop of Oil is Crucial... Urgent Military Budget Adjustments are Needed'
President Yoon emphasizes the urgent need to secure oil and raw materials amid concerns over energy supply due to the situation in the Middle East.
F.A.Z. exclusive: Batteries without Rare Earths
A German start-up, CMBlu Energy, is developing battery storage technology that avoids critical raw materials, recently securing its first major client, Uniper.
Sanitary Surveillance Closes Clandestine Manipulation Pharmacy in Campinas
Sanitary authorities in Campinas closed an illegal compounding pharmacy that operated without proper permits and safety measures, seizing a significant amount of raw materials.
USA Issues Ultimatum to Zambia: HIV Drugs for Access to Raw Materials
The U.S. government has presented Zambia with an ultimatum requiring drug provision for HIV in exchange for access to mineral resources.
Smuggling drug raw materials from Vietnam to manufacture in South Korea... Three people including a man in his 20s referred to prosecutors
Three individuals have been referred to prosecutors for manufacturing drugs in South Korea using raw materials smuggled from Vietnam.
The European Court of Auditors' Damning Report on the EU's Strategy for Critical Raw Materials
The European Court of Auditors finds significant shortcomings in the EU's strategy for critical raw materials, highlighting a lack of solid foundations and ineffective diversification efforts.
Production, Stocks, and Distribution of Aluminum and Raw Materials on the Edge
Aluminum prices have reached multi-year highs due to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, impacting production and supply chains.
Asturias champions the extraction of critical raw materials
Asturias is leading efforts in the extraction of critical raw materials as part of Spain's new mineral policy.
Hostages of Goods and Raw Materials – How These Resources Affect Countries' Foreign Policy and Cause Military Conflicts
The article discusses how access to everyday goods and raw materials influences international relations and can lead to military conflicts.
Strong words from the Czech president on raw materials from Russia. 'This is a final decision'
The Czech president declared a total rejection of returning to Russian energy sources during talks in Vilnius with Lithuania's president.
From the field to the shelves: how coffee and bananas ceased to be raw materials to drive the economy of San Isidro, in Manabí
In San Isidro, Ecuador, a program known as Sucre Productivo is helping local entrepreneurs transform raw coffee and banana products into branded goods, promoting economic growth and sustainability.
The U.S. Initiates Section 301 Investigation to Block Imports of Goods Produced by Forced Labor; South Korean Companies May Be Affected
The U.S. has launched an investigation under Section 301 to block imports from 60 countries, including South Korea, of goods produced by forced labor, which could indirectly impact South Korean industries reliant on certain raw materials.
Supply Shortages from the Middle East: Battle Against Chip Shortages
The article discusses potential supply shortages in the semiconductor industry due to the Iran crisis impacting Taiwan and South Korea's access to essential raw materials.
How the war in the Middle East can inflate food and electronics prices
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is expected to impact global food and electronics prices due to rising energy costs and disruptions in export of raw materials.
Market analysts: Prices are determined by raw materials and international developments, not by government-imposed caps
Market analysts report that consumer prices are influenced more by raw material costs and international developments than by government-imposed profit margin caps.
Ethylene production cut in Mizushima, Okayama by Mitsubishi Chemical and Asahi Kasei due to Middle East situation
Mitsubishi Chemical has begun reducing ethylene production at its Mizushima plant in Okayama, Japan, citing difficult procurement of raw materials due to worsening conditions in the Middle East.
Reintroduction of Price Caps: The Market Sees it as a 'Political Measure'
The Greek market reacts with stoicism to the reintroduction of price caps on profit margins, suggesting that prices are determined by raw materials and international developments rather than government-imposed caps.
Juan Roig advocates for 0% VAT on food amid the conflict in Iran: "If raw materials rise, we will have to increase prices"
Juan Roig, president of Mercadona, calls for a reduction of food VAT to 0% due to potential impacts of the conflict in Iran on raw material prices.
Taxes, raw materials, margin... How the price of fuel is broken down in France?
The rising oil prices due to the Middle East conflict are significantly impacting fuel costs in France, leading to disputes between distributors and the government over responsibility.
Uncertainty in crude oil supply leads to cutbacks in plastic raw materials, increasing burden on consumers
Concerns over crude oil supply due to escalating tensions in the Middle East have prompted domestic petrochemical producers in Japan to reduce production, risking higher consumer costs.
The Decline in Food Prices is Due to Cheaper Raw Materials and Changes in Product Composition
Food prices are starting to decline in Estonia due to cheaper raw materials and modifications in product composition.
Salmonella came to Hankkija in Seinäjoki likely from foreign protein raw material
Salmonella contamination at Hankkija's feed factory in Seinäjoki is believed to be sourced from foreign protein materials, prompting increased testing and precautionary measures at affected farms.
Government to Focus on Monitoring Prices of Processed Foods Such as Noodles and Snacks
The South Korean government is intensifying its monitoring of prices for processed foods, including noodles and snacks, that utilize recently reduced prices of raw materials like sugar and flour.
One of the world's most sought-after raw materials requires a large dose of patience
Javier López is cultivating truffles on his own plantation in northern Spain, where the chances of success are higher than hunting for them in the wild.
Raw Materials: Kazakhstan's Resources as an Alternative to China
Germany seeks to reduce its dependence on China for raw materials, looking towards Kazakhstan as a potential alternative supplier, despite hesitations from German investors.
Industrial Policy: Germany Needs a State-Owned Company for Raw Materials
Two scientists argue that Germany should establish a state-owned company to ensure a reliable supply of raw materials amid shifting geopolitical realities.
'Forest Shoes': latex and açaí seeds become raw materials for sustainable shoes made in the Amazon
A 75-year-old entrepreneur in Brazil is revolutionizing the use of latex in the Amazon by creating sustainable shoes from natural rubber and açaí seeds.
Mining sector is a pillar of Greece’s geopolitical strengthening
The mining sector in Greece is increasingly recognized as vital for both economic development and geopolitical balance, according to industry leaders.
Tariffs, Scocchia (Illycaffè): "Refunds are not easy, we will redo the calculations"
Cristina Scocchia, CEO of Illycaffè, discusses the challenges posed by new tariffs and rising raw material costs affecting the coffee industry.
Constantinos Yazitzoglou, President of the SME: The Mining Sector as a Pillar of Greece's Geopolitical Strengthening
Constantinos Yazitzoglou emphasizes the growing recognition of the mining sector's importance for Greece's geopolitical strength and economic development.
Food Prices Rising in Estonia, Raw Materials Cheaper Beyond Borders
Food prices in Estonia have risen by 6% since January last year, while some raw material prices have fallen by up to 70% globally.
The district court ordered Omri Asnehayim to transfer the raw materials from the interview with Feldstein, except for 'not for citation' materials
The district court in Lod ordered journalist Omri Asnehayim to provide police with the raw materials from an interview with former Prime Minister spokesman Eli Feldstein, while exempting certain statements marked 'not for citation.'
Critical Raw Materials in the EU / We Do Not Have Our Own Mines, Processing, and Most Materials Are Not Recycled, European Auditors State
A recent report from the European Court of Auditors highlights the EU's insufficient attention to critical raw materials necessary for energy transformation.
Mytilineos: Delivery of gallium packages to interested buyers to commence shortly
Mytilineos is set to begin the shipment of gallium packages for testing to buyers in the US, Europe, and Japan, marking a significant advancement in Greece's role in the global critical raw materials sector.
Evangelos Mytilineos: The shipment of gallium packages to interested buyers will begin soon
Evangelos Mytilineos announced that the shipment of gallium packages to buyers in the U.S., Europe, and Japan will start soon for testing and evaluation purposes.
Greek fleet underpins international trade
The Greek-owned fleet plays a crucial role in global trade, controlling significant shares of transport capacity for energy and raw materials.
Import Prices Rise for Seven Consecutive Months Due to Raw Material Costs
Despite declines in international oil prices and the won-dollar exchange rate, import prices in South Korea have risen for the seventh consecutive month due to increased raw material costs.
Why Nigeria’s export story must change
Nigeria's historical reliance on exporting unprocessed raw materials is unsustainable, prompting calls for a shift towards more complex and value-added exports to foster economic prosperity.
US is interested in processing critical minerals in Brazil, says State Department
The US shows interest in processing critical minerals in Brazil, considering the country a strategic partner in the development of essential raw materials.
African resources need processing, not mere export – BUA
BUA Group's Abdul Samad Rabiu emphasizes the need for Africa to shift its focus from exporting raw materials to industrial processing and value addition.
Czechia has enough raw materials, but food is imported. Self-sufficiency on the plate is declining
Czechia is facing declining self-sufficiency in food production, despite having sufficient raw materials available domestically.
Zimbabwe, a new central player in the global rush for lithium closely scrutinized by Beijing
Zimbabwe has emerged as a key supplier of lithium, critical for China's energy transition, as Beijing seeks to secure its supply chains amid growing dependence on imported raw materials.
Deficit of Geological Knowledge in Europe Regarding Critical Raw Materials
The European Union faces a serious lack of geological knowledge about its mineral wealth, jeopardizing its green transition and energy independence goals.
"Alarm bell" for European metallurgy - With a loud intervention of Mytilineos, the renaming of Eurometaux to European Metals
According to Evangelos Mytilineos, the President of European Metals, Europe's future in clean technologies relies on sourcing raw materials locally rather than relying on imports.
Adedeji: Raw material exports won’t save Nigeria
Zacch Adedeji emphasized the need for Nigeria to shift from relying on raw material exports to fostering an economy based on innovation and the production of complex goods for sustainable growth.
Launched the Vault Project: How the US Will Secure Strategic Minerals
On February 2nd, the White House announced the Vault Project to create a strategic critical minerals reserve and establish an independent public-private partnership for essential raw materials storage across the US.
Struggle for Raw Materials: How the USA Secures Resources in Latin America
The USA, through its newly announced raw materials initiative FORGE, aims to create a bloc against China, focusing on securing resources from Latin American countries.
Record number of foreign workers, critical raw materials and outflow of ESG capital
A record number of foreign workers in Poland has increased by 96,000 in 2025 despite a decline in employment in the corporate sector and rising unemployment.
EU intensifies raw materials initiative to reduce dependence on China
Italy, France, and Germany are set to lead the EU's efforts to strengthen access to critical minerals to lessen the union's reliance on China.