Orion Consortium Plans Over $20 Billion Investment in Southeast Asia Mining Projects
The Orion Critical Mineral Consortium aims to invest over $20 billion in mining initiatives, focusing on Southeast Asia. This investment aligns with global efforts to secure critical minerals essential for the energy transition.

The Orion Critical Mineral Consortium, led by US private equity firm Orion Resource Partners, is targeting investments exceeding $20 billion in mining projects in Southeast Asia. This initiative is in response to increasing governmental efforts to secure critical minerals necessary for the global energy transition.
Supported by the US International Development Finance Corporation and Abu Dhabi's ADQ, the consortium has engaged in productive discussions with various government entities, including Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund, Danantara. The focus on this region may enhance supply chains but also introduces geopolitical risks associated with resource dependence.




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