'TIME TO DELIVER' ON BATTERY SUPPLY CHAIN PROMISES
The United States last year added nickel, along with zinc, to its official list of 50 mineral commodities deemed critical to its economy and national security.
Andrew Penkethman, CEO of nickel explorer Ardea Resources, says he's surprised it's taking so long for Australia to follow suit, after key allies the US, Japan and Canada all classified nickel as a critical mineral.
"I think Geoscience Australia will likely make this recommendation later this year," the mining executive and geologist told AAP.
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