G7 Trade Ministers Tackle Critical Mineral Supply Security

G7 trade ministers are set to discuss strategies for securing the critical minerals supply chain. French trade minister Nicolas Forissier emphasized the aim of reducing dependency on countries that dominate the market. The focus will be on rare earths and critical minerals.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Paris | Updated: 06-05-2026 13:02 IST | Created: 06-05-2026 13:02 IST
G7 Trade Ministers Tackle Critical Mineral Supply Security
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In a pivotal discussion, G7 trade ministers will address the crucial issue of securing the critical minerals supply chain. The meeting, confirmed by French trade minister Nicolas Forissier, intends to explore strategies that mitigate dependency on dominant countries.

Forissier highlighted the significance of rare earths and critical minerals in ensuring a stable supply chain. He emphasized the urgency of the discussion in light of the global market's current dynamics.

The trade ministers' agenda is centered around preventing any monopolistic control over these essential resources, which could otherwise lead to geopolitical vulnerabilities.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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