WA project approval seals Trump’s critical minerals pact
The Western Australia project approved will supply about 10 percent of the world's gallium demand, marking progress in the critical minerals pact between Australia and the U.S. Alcoa will manage the operation at its Wagerup alumina refinery, supported by Australia, Japan, and the U.S. Resources Minister Madeleine King emphasized the importance of this project for global supply chains.
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Published 15 Jul 2026, 05:17 UTC · Updated 15 Jul 2026, 05:20 UTC
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