In an effort to strengthen Beijing’s control over global supply chains, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce has announced a new expansion of its export control regime for rare earth elements.
South Africa’s top development finance institution is working with financial advisers on a possible bid of about R8.5-billion for control of ArcelorMittal’s business in the country
ASX-listed Genmin has achieved further progress in its collaboration with Sinohydro Corporation, a majority owned subsidiary of Chinese State-owned integrated engineering and construction conglomerate
World crude steel production for the 70 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 145.3 million tonnes (Mt) in August 2025, a 0.3% increase compared to August 2024.