Author: Lenin NavasGarcia
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Critical Raw Materials in Argentina and Brazil
Main Question: How do Argentina and Brazil balance climate rhetoric with mining policy on critical raw materials? Argument: Despite opposite discourses (Lula’s pro-environment stance vs. Milei’s climate skepticism) both prioritize mining expansion over sustainability. Conclusion: Ideology matters less than material interests. Both governments converge on economic gains, risking the goals of the energy transition.
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Facing the Geoeconomic Reality
Main Question: How can Europe make its critical raw materials (CRMs) supply chain more resilient amid geopolitical and economic challenges? Argument: Europe’s heavy reliance on China and unstable resource-rich countries for CRMs threatens its defence and energy transition goals. Conclusion: Europe must mobilize financial incentives, risk guarantees, and foster private investment abroad to secure an…