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James , is that possible !

Critical minerals and gold were the two big themes shaping the mining industry in 2025. As US President Donald Trump returned for his second stint in office and pushed through aggressive trade policies, the significance of metals and minerals came to surface.

Https://www.mining.com/top-stories-of-2025-on-mining-com/

On critical minerals, the focus was squarely on who controls their supply and how countries can reduce dependence on a handful of producers. In light of export controls imposed by China, Western governments pushed for new partnerships, while companies raced to develop projects. The coverage showed that critical minerals are no longer just a mining story — they’re now tied directly to national security, industrial policy and global trade.

Gold, meanwhile, reminded investors why it still matters. Record prices lifted miners’ valuations and drove interest in producers, even as broader markets remained uncertain. Alongside gold, copper and other key metals such as silver and platinum also grabbed headlines with record prices and tight supply, reinforcing the sense that 2025 was a year when commodities mattered more than ever.

Https://www.lovemoney.com/gallerylist/420865/what-are-the-17-rare-earths-really-worth

Gold price tops $4,500 for first time

https://www.mining.com/gold-price-tops-4500-for-first-time/

Oce , same to you ,thanks for your input , much appreciated. ATB

Https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/world/greenland-leader-shoots-down-trump-s-latest-power-grab/ar-AA1SUy3w?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=694ba15c59a44431b8df8b695b64822f&ei=21

Reuters 24/12/25

Gold and silver were again the big movers in early Asian trade. Spot gold prices climbed 0.8% to another all-time high of $4,524 per ounce, bringing the gain for this year to 72%. Silver jumped 1.2% to a record $72.27 per ounce, and was set for an annual rise of almost 150%, its best year ever.

Abzz , keep up the good work re the research , much appreciated . The same to you regarding Christmas and the NY.

Just look into Trumps eyes , my late mother had the same medical condition.

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/midterms-2026-democrats-republicans-trump-poll-b2889215.html

Crazy !

https://www.us-debt-clock.com/

My grand children believe Father Christmas is real , try spinning that one !

M A always come across has a decent chap , perhaps he volunteered to step back to save the company money. Scot you are right , he still plays a significant part from the side lines. I am hopeful for a positive result , after all , a massive amount of time and money have been invested up until now. ATB

"new chapter being written for Clogau" interesting statement. Can't imagine they would say this for nothing. ATB

Yep , all I see is Green Box's . Shameful behaviour by all concerned.

Https://www.mining.com/web/graphic-gold-and-silver-soar-in-year-end-rally/

Thanks for posting.

News on the BBC re sovereignty.

SR , well done and gook Luck.

Over 60% of critical minerals demand met through global trade: IEF

https://www.mining.com/over-60-of-critical-minerals-demand-met-through-global-trade-ief/