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Geopolitics

54-Nation Counterstroke: How FORGE and Project Vault Rewrite Critical Mineral Supply Chains

At the Feb 4, 2026 Critical Minerals Ministerial, 54 nations launched FORGE and Project Vault—a $10B reserve—to counter China's 90% rare earth processing dominance. With $30B+ mobilized, this marks the West's most ambitious counter-coordination effort. Learn how price floors, bilateral deals, and sovereign purchasing aim to break Beijing's grip on minerals vital for AI, EVs, and defense.

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War

US Drug Boat Attacks: Over 200 Dead Since September 2025

US military strikes on suspected drug boats in the Pacific and Caribbean have killed over 200 people since September 2025. The controversial campaign under the Trump administration faces allegations of extrajudicial executions and violations of international law.

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Trade War

EU-US Tariff War 2026: Supply Chain Chaos Explained

The 2026 EU-US tariff escalation under Section 122 and EU retaliation is reshaping global supply chains, costing US households $1,500 and forcing triple-redundancy production. Learn how CBAM and nearshoring are redefining transatlantic trade.

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AI Data Centers Reshape Global Energy Markets in 2026

AI data centers are projected to consume 1,000 TWh globally in 2026, doubling by 2030. This surge strains grids, drives gas and nuclear buildout, and reshapes geopolitical competition for clean energy. Learn how nations are navigating the power bottleneck.

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Trade War

EU Carbon Border Tax Goes Live: CBAM Reshapes Global Trade in 2026

The EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism entered its definitive phase on Jan 1, 2026, imposing carbon costs on €50B in imports. CBAM certificates priced at €75.36/tonne are reshaping global steel, aluminium, and cement supply chains while triggering trade tensions and copycat policies worldwide.

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