BEST Magazine 6 February 2026

Nations race to secure critical minerals

Nations race to secure critical minerals

Why It Matters for ITAD

This industry news may have implications for IT asset disposal and recycling operations.

Global competition for critical minerals intensified this week as the United States gathered officials from 55 countries for the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial in Washington, D.C. on 4th February. Hosted by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the meeting highlighted the growing urgency among governments to secure supplies vital to electric vehicles, semiconductors and defence…

Key Takeaways

  • Nations race to secure critical minerals.

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