Old News15 Mar 2018 04:33
�The aim . . . is to not only extract but also refine this raw material in the Czech Republic to the fullest possible extent � at least to the form of lithium carbonate � and [for this] to be followed by the production of lithium batteries,� says Frantisek Kotrba, a spokesman for the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
�A new lithium industry could gradually emerge in our country. We seem to have sufficient input stocks, an educated workforce, promising scientific capacities and a great tradition in the automotive industry, in addition to a unique strategic location in the heart of Europe,� he adds. �It [could] be a very important source of future state budget revenues.�
The ministry says that ore mining is likely to yield 450 jobs, once European Metals� project is fully operational. If the whole value chain � from mining to battery production � were to end up in the Czech Republic, it reckons that 5,500 jobs could be created.
Nothing Has Changed !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is way too important , not only for the Czech Republic but for Europe as a whole . Do you think Europe , Czech Republic , Skoda , VW , BMW and the likes want to be held ransom to China , not on your life .