A US-China summit has minerals, trade and technology on the agenda, with Beijing's rare earths dominance shaping the talks.

Beijing is expanding domestic exploration and self-sufficiency planning for critical minerals.

Nigerian lawmakers are pressing for transparency on a reported $700bn minerals agreement with the United States.

The deal adds iron ore capacity in Brazil as Vale manages operational stress across its global mining footprint.

Development plans advance for a major European rare earth resource as the region seeks supply outside China.

US companies are deepening commercial mining ties in Africa amid competition with China for critical minerals.

Soft demand and rising inventory keep iron ore futures subdued around CNY 710.

The miner is widening its trading desk as it leans on copper growth and navigates China-related risk.

The industry body is pressing mills to limit production as oversupply weighs on steel prices.

The miner said it is fully funded through 2027 milestones and listed on the Frankfurt exchange under symbol HK6.

Indian steel production and consumption show strong year-on-year growth.

Analysts note copper now drives the majors' outlooks while Chinese demand adds uncertainty.

Heavier maintenance and weaker restocking point to softer iron ore demand and imported margins.

Hydrogen-ready direct reduced iron projects progress as steelmakers pursue lower-emission production.

Magnum, Rainbow Rare Earths, Jaguar Uranium and Origen reported drilling and project milestones worldwide.

Limited manganese availability could constrain Indian steelmakers' growth plans.

Rising nuclear power demand is boosting interest in uranium miners, with Canadian names in focus.

The dry bulk gauge eased for the day while still ending the week higher.