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Spain's government has initiated a €400 million Action Plan for Critical Minerals covering 2026-2030 to enhance autonomy in essential materials. This marks the first significant mineral exploration effort in over fifty years.

The plan addresses Europe’s reliance on external sources for minerals like lithium and cobalt and aims to improve knowledge of strategic minerals in Spain through a National Mining Exploration Program. The initiative will utilize advanced technologies to analyze existing mineral samples and mining waste, fostering a circular economy and strategic independence.