As global demand for critical minerals continues to surge, nations are grappling with supply chain vulnerabilities and geopolitical tensions. Trade policies have found bipartisan support and are already playing a key role in how the United States addresses the challenges to securing a stable and diverse supply of these resources.
Get smart on the issues, hear from experts, and learn how best to leverage trade tools by watching our discussion from October 23, 2024. The webinar marked the release of SAFE’s Center for Critical Minerals Strategy’s new report, “Trading Tensions: Navigating Policy Tools for a Diverse Critical Minerals Supply Chain.”
SAFE’s recently released report examines the policy landscape and proposes strategies to navigate these challenges. The report recommends and emphasizes the need for a multi-faceted approach that balances domestic production, international partnerships, and innovative practices.
The event included a dialogue with legal and policy experts exploring the complex intersection of trade policies, national security, and economic competitiveness in the context of critical minerals.
Speakers:
- Jennifer A. Hillman, Professor of Practice, Georgetown University Law Center; Former Member, WTO Appellate Body
- Sarah V. Stewart, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director, Silverado Policy Accelerator
- Hon. Kelly Ann Shaw, Partner, Global Regulator, Hogan Lovells
- Abigail Hunter, Executive Director, SAFE Center for Critical Minerals Strategy
- Zoe Oysul, Senior Policy Analyst, SAFE Center for Critical Minerals Strategy
- Moderated by: Ana Swanson, Trade and International Economics Reporter, The New York Times
