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European Commission | Questions and Answers on the Critical Raw Materials Strategic Projects

What is a strategic project? Strategic projects are projects that make a significant contribution to the EU's security of supply of strategic raw materials by helping diversify sourcing away from dominant suppliers, often China. They can cover different stages of the raw materials value chain, including extraction, processing, and recycling. To qualify, projects must meet the criteria set out in the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA), including requirements related to their contribution to security of supply, technical feasibility, sustainability, and...
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EIB | Naftogaz Sets a Greener Course for Ukraine’s Energy Future with EIB Support

Naftogaz has adopted a new decarbonisation strategy to reduce emissions and develop cleaner energy solutions. The strategy was developed with €400,000 in technical assistance funded by the EIB. The EIB and Naftogaz will continue working together to support a cleaner, more resilient Ukrainian energy sector. Ukraine’s state-owned energy company Naftogaz Group has adopted a new decarbonisation strategy, with support from the European Investment Bank (EIB), marking an important step towards a cleaner and more sustainable energy future....
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EIB | War-damaged school in Kyiv oblast reopens for new academic year after EU-backed renovation

A Lyceum in Lukashi village, Kyiv oblast, has reopened after being damaged by a Russian attack in March 2022. The rebuilt lyceum will welcome more than 100 students back to a modern, accessible and energy-efficient learning environment. The renovation was financed under the EIB’s €340 million Ukraine Recovery Programme, which supports the rebuilding of essential social infrastructure across Ukrainian communities Children in the village of Lukashi, Kyiv oblast, are starting the new academic year back in their local school...
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DFC | Announcement of Financing for Madagascar Rare Earths Project

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) today announced it will provide project development funding for the Harena Rare Earths plc (LSE: HREE, OTCQB: CRMNF) rare earth mine in Madagascar. The funding, announced during the American Mining Industry event held at U.S. Department State, marks DFC’s first mining investment in Madagascar, advances the development of a strategically important source of rare earth elements essential to U.S. advanced manufacturing, and builds on DFC’s strategic portfolio of rare earths assets,...
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EIB | EU Global Gateway Strategy: EIB and BIIC Strengthen Strategic Agricultural Value Chains for Benefit of Benin and Europe

EIB and BIIC deploy €100 million in financing, guaranteed by European Commission, in support of agricultural value chains that are key for Beninese economy and European industries. Operation strengthens strategic sectors – cotton/textiles, soya and cashew – that are essential for agro‑industrialisation and job creation in Benin and for security and diversification of EU supply chains in line with the EU Global Gateway strategy. Financing agreement signed under “Women for Stronger Communities and Growth” initiative to support economic...
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Trump Administration Secures an Additional $100 Billion U.S. Semiconductor Manufacturing Investment for a Total of $265 Billion from TSMC

As a result of the historic deal related to U.S. and Taiwan Trade and Investment announced in January 2026, TSMC has just announced an incremental $100 billion investment for a total of $265 billion in the U.S. This investment will result in four additional advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities, bringing the total to 12 leading-edge semiconductor and packaging facilities. Today, the White House and the Department of Commerce announced an incremental $100 billion investment by TSMC for advanced semiconductor manufacturing and...
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European Commission Launches EU-Ukraine Drone Alliance to Boost Drone and Counter-drone Technology

The European Commission officially launched the EU-Ukraine Drone Alliance during the third EU-Ukraine Defense Industry Forum in Kyiv. The Alliance will help the EU and Ukraine work more closely on developing and using drones and systems to stop hostile drones. It is part of wider EU efforts to strengthen Europe's defense in this fast-changing area. The Alliance brings together companies, start-ups, researchers, armed forces and other users from EU countries and Ukraine. Its main goal is to help improve the...
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EIB President Calviño in Morocco: With New Investment for Resilient Transport Networks, Boosting Connectivity and Economic Opportunities

EIB President Nadia Calviño is visiting Morocco to reaffirm the Bank’s long-standing partnership with the Kingdom and stepped-up support for shared priorities in sustainable infrastructure, climate action and resilience, at a time of renewed momentum in EU–Morocco relations. As the financing arm of the European Union, the EIB announced €365 million in investments in Morocco’s transport sector. These operations will strengthen the resilience and security of Morocco’s motorway network and national railway system. The railway operation also benefits from a...