PolicyFriday, April 17, 2026Mongabay
Virtus Minerals signs first major deal under US-DRC critical minerals partnership
Virtus Minerals has secured a significant agreement to explore copper and cobalt resources in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, marking a key step in the U.S. strategy to obtain critical minerals and reduce reliance on Chinese suppliers. This partnership underlines the importance of collaboration in strengthening the supply chain for essential minerals.
