Japan and Canada Seek to Increase Rare Earth Competitiveness
As the investigation into rare earth quotas heats up, more and more countries are seeking to take advantage of supplies and alliances to increase their rare earth competitiveness.
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China Sets Up Rare Earth Industry Association
In response to increased criticism, China has set up a rare earth industry association in a move to speed up unification of its diverse rare earth industry.
Trilateral Conference Focused on REE Alternatives
On the back of surging rare earth prices, a trilateral conference has been held for scientists hoping to share progress relating to more affordable alternative materials
Market Focused on Potential WTO Investigation into Chinese Rare Earth Trade Policies
Markets have been gripped by the recent decision by the US, EU, and Japan to request that a WTO investigation be undertaken in relation to China's rare earth export policies.
Rare Earth Stocks May Be Nearing Bottom
Forbes reported that there are signs rare earth stocks could be bottoming out and getting set for a rebound.
Germany to Develop Rare Earth Deposit
The first rare earth element property in Central Europe is being developed by Deutsche Rohstoff AG. The promising deposit will undoubtedly be welcomed by the German industry.
China Increases Rare Earth Export Quota for First Half of 2012
China has announced its export quota for rare earths for the first half of 2012. The quota is the first increase in six years.
Afghanistan’s Rare Earth Element Discoveries
USGS geologists were sent into the Helmand Province in southern Afghanistan to look for rare earth elements. The discovery of a potentially massive deposit could prove difficult to extract with Afghanistan's considerably political instability.
Molycorp’s Heavy Rare Earth Announcement Raises Questions
One of the best known names in the rare earth market, Molycorp, is stealing the headlines yet again with the announcement of heavy rare earth element (HREE) deposits surrounding the company’s Mt. Pass mine in California. Rare earth analysts are questioning the timing of the announcement amidst falling share prices.
Rare Earth Supply Too Tight for Comfort
Supplies of rare earth elements are still incredibly tight, helping to maintain the high prices of the metals. It is only August and already one of the biggest REE suppliers in China has stated that the company is going to halt production for the year to comply with the restrictions.
