Could there be an 'OPEC of lithium'?

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Could there be an 'OPEC of lithium'?

Chile plans to nationalise its vast reserves of lithium, an element essential for development of batteries and electric vehicles - it is a move that could have major repercussions for the fast-expanding market

Chile's government in late April announced plans to nationalise its lithium industry. Such a policy could have worldwide repercussions on the battery and electric vehicle industries. Under the proposal,...

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