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The new issue of MINE concentrates on rare earths, analyzing the strategies of the US and Europe to mitigate China's market influence. It reports on EU-supported mineral projects in Africa aimed at securing supply through investments.

The issue also covers Bolivia's shift in lithium policy under a new president, providing both economic and geopolitical implications. Technology advancements include the slow adoption of bioleaching in copper extraction and AI applications in coal mining. The MINE Australia supplement discusses local community engagement in mineral ownership and evaluates the future of Australia's iron ore market in light of global steel industry changes.