China’s Mineral Imports Stabilise at Structurally High Levels
Bulk mineral imports stabilised at elevated monthly values in 2024-2025, while non-bulk imports trended higher in aggregate.
Nexus of the Mining World: China’s Share of Global Processing and Exports of Strategic Minerals and Metals
China is the world’s leading processor of nearly all minerals and metals, and is the top exporter of several critical minerals.
Nexus of the Mining World: China’s Share of Global Reserves and Production of Strategic Minerals and Metals
China ranks among the world’s top three producers and holders of reserves across a wide range of minerals and metals.
China’s Dependence on Strategic Metal Imports and Implications for Global Mining Firms
China runs large trade deficits for key industrial metals, which remains a promising opportunity for astute global mining firms.