A Reuters exclusive, October 5:
Trump administration officials have discussed taking a stake in Critical Metals Corp (CRML.O) four people familiar with the discussions told Reuters, which would give Washington a direct interest in the largest rare earths project in Greenland, the Arctic territory that President Donald Trump once
If finalized, the deal would mark the latest political twist for the Tanbreez rare earths deposit, which former President Joe Biden successfully lobbied to have sold to New York-based Critical Metals for far less than a Chinese firm was offering.Washington has recently taken stakes in Lithium Americas (LAC.TO), and MP Materials (MP.N), underscoring Trump's desire for the U.S. to benefit from growing production of minerals used across the global economy.
Details of the discussions about Washington's interest in an equity stake in Critical Metals have not previously been reported. The four sources declined to be named, citing the sensitivity of the negotiations.
"Hundreds of companies are approaching us trying to get the administration to invest in their critical minerals projects," a senior Trump administration official told Reuters in response to a request for comment. "There is absolutely nothing close with this company at this time."....
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