In parallel with the June 2025 Bonn Climate Change Conference SB60#a key milestone in advancing the implementation of the Paris Agreement. CEDARE hosted an insightful presentation by Mr. Youssef Fahmy – Marketing Manager in the Field of Metal Trading titled:
“Critical Minerals: Demand Growth, Trade Wars, and Strategic Vulnerabilities.”
The presentation aligns with global priorities discussed in Bonn, particularly those related to the just energy transition, resource security, and strengthening supply chains critical for achieving net-zero targets.
Key discussion points included:
The surging global demand for lithium, cobalt, graphite, and other critical minerals essential for clean energy technologies
Geopolitical tensions over mineral supply chains, notably China’s dominance in refining and production
Strategic vulnerabilities in key maritime chokepoints such as the Suez Canal and South China Sea
U.S. and EU policy responses to diversify sources and reduce external dependency
These discussions come at a time that highlights the importance of aligning environmental, economic, and political priorities, and underscore the need for strategic planning to ensure a just and secure transition toward a green and sustainable economy.
