New Delhi, February 24: The Union Cabinet is expected to approve a Joint Declaration of Intent with Germany for cooperation in the critical minerals sector at its meeting on Tuesday. A similar agreement with Canada is also likely to receive clearance, according to sources.
The decisions are set to be taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as India moves to deepen strategic partnerships in response to intensifying global competition for critical mineral resources.
Focus on Exploration, Sustainable Mining and Technology Transfer
The proposed agreement with Germany will center on joint exploration initiatives, sustainable mining practices, strengthening supply chain resilience, and facilitating technology transfer. The collaboration is aimed at securing access to minerals that are essential for clean energy technologies and advanced industrial applications.Critical minerals play a central role in the global energy transition, powering sectors such as renewable energy, electric mobility, and high-end manufacturing. With nations increasingly competing to secure stable supplies, India is working to diversify its sourcing strategies and reinforce international cooperation.
Strengthening India’s Strategic Resource Framework
By pursuing parallel agreements with Germany and Canada, the government seeks to enhance long term resource security while building resilient and diversified supply chains. The move aligns with India’s broader efforts to position itself strongly in emerging technology ecosystems that depend heavily on assured access to key mineral inputs.The Cabinet’s expected approvals underline India’s focus on strengthening international partnerships in the critical minerals domain at a time when global supply chains remain under pressure and demand for clean energy resources continues to rise.
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