Regulatory
United States: The United States government, through the United States — National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the United States — United States Department of Defense, is supporting The Metals Company's deep-sea mining efforts to secure critical minerals and break China's monopoly. This support is a major catalyst for the event.
United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense is actively seeking ways to break China's monopoly on critical minerals and is supporting The Metals Company's efforts through potential procurement paths, federal grants, and Defense Production Act funding.
Jun 17, 2026 · 6 articles