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How economic development ambitions and a global tech war are shaping the rise of resource nationalism

Governments are trying to more closely monitor how national resources leave their borders for an array of reasons – and with varying degrees of success.

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As AGOA expires, countries will feel “double impact” of US tariffs

Countries in sub-Saharan Africa are having to readjust as the free trade agreement with the US expires and reciprocal tariffs take effect.

India considers settling Vodafone financial dispute to strengthen UK ties

A settlement would bring an end to the $22.6bn dispute for Vodafone Idea.

Trump mulls extending tariff relief for US carmakers

Moreno anticipates that the US President will reach a decision on the matter shortly.

US Government to buy 10% stake in Trilogy Metals 

The DoW plans to invest approximately $35.6m to develop critical mineral resources at Trilogy’s UKMP in Alaska.

Eli Lilly plans major $1bn expansion in Telangana, India

Eli Lilly will establish new contract manufacturing facilities and a manufacturing and quality hub in Hyderabad.

Ecuador halts DPM’s gold project over environmental concerns 

The move comes after opposition from local residents and authorities, who warned that the project posed risks to the Quimsacocha water reserve.  

Indonesia shortens mining production quotas to one year

The government aims to exert more control over output levels to stabilise commodity prices, including those of coal and nickel.