Saudi Arabia, rich in $2.5 trillion worth of minerals, is focusing on Africa’s mineral wealth to support its Vision 2030 goal and fuel its green energy transition. This vision includes becoming a global center for mineral refinement and processing, with a keen interest in African resources. Khalid al-Mudaifer, the Vice Minister for Mining, outlined to […]
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