Metals & Mining
October 15, 2026
China keeps Latin America mining edge as US invests more
Featuring Jia Hui Tan and Fernanda Pintle
HIGHLIGHTS
Beijing maintains dominant position in sector
Washington increases critical mineral funding
Decade-long competition intensifies in region
China's decade-long lead in Latin America's mining sector is facing a growing US challenge as Washington ramps up investment and policy support for critical minerals.
