Critical Minerals, Critical Talks | Lucia van Geuns on Supply Risks of Critical Raw Materials
Europe needs ever more critical raw materials as these materials are in everything we own, want and need. But they aren't always easily sourced. What makes sourcing these materials so difficult and sometimes unreliable? Why should we strive to follow the EU's CRM-act? HCSS energy expert Lucia van Geuns answers these questions and more, on the "Critical Minerals, Critical Talks" podcast of VU Amsterdam.
Strategische Vragen | De Strateeg: Is metalen mijnen in onze achtertuin onze enige oplossing?
We gaan massaal meer investeren in defensie en de industrie die daarbij hoort. Maar om wapens, apparatuur en munitie te kunnen ontwikkelen heb je grondstoffen nodig. Moeten we die uit eigen bodem gaan halen? Paul van Liempt stelt jouw vragen aan zijn gasten. Te gast is opnieuw.
HCSS Commentary | Opaque Supply Chains may prevent ReArming Europe
Europe’s military supply chains are too fragile, fragmented, and opaque for today’s security environment—putting its Rearmament Plan at risk. While policymakers focus on boosting defence investments, a critical blind spot remains: securing the midstream of military supply chains. Without transparency and resilience in sourcing key components, European defence readiness is vulnerable to disruption. Read the latest HCSS op-ed by analysts Irina Patrahau and Benedetta Girardi on why Europe must urgently strengthen its defence supply networks.
