China’s Tianqi Lithium Corp. is contesting a deal proposed by the Chilean government to enhance state control over key lithium assets. The move by Chile aims to take more control over its largest lithium reserve with local giant SQM, putting Tianqi Lithium in a difficult position as developing nations seek greater control over resources critical for the green transition. Tianqi opposes the formation of a Chilean JV that may affect its access to salt lakes.
The rush to dominate the critical mineral supply has hit a new vein with both the U.S. and Chinese governments making a flurry of announcements that could impact Canada’s future as a major supplier. Read more: https://t.co/kVTsa46Wqx https://t.co/ucZesb7Pli
Chilean state mining firm Enami says it’s getting plenty of interest from prospective partners in a lithium project https://t.co/sBPRsSfUFW
In Depth: Chile’s move to take more control over its largest lithium reserve with local giant SQM has put Chinese shareholder Tianqi Lithium in a bind, as developing nations worldwide take a greater interest in the resources needed for a green transition. https://t.co/awPW3YHHKf
Tianqi Opposes Formation of Chilean JV That May Affect Chinese Lithium Miner’s Access to Salt Lakes https://t.co/hoye0msr7C
China’s Tianqi Lithium Corp. is contesting a deal put forward by the Chilean government to enhance state control in key lithium assets https://t.co/7vhQG66uVw