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Critical minerals production expands as global demand rises

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Updated: 11/08/2026 - 15:00 GMT+2

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More than 30 critical minerals have been identified across Uzbekistan, with 76 investment projects worth around €2.4 billion underway. New mining and processing facilities are targeting materials used in electric vehicles, semiconductors and renewable energy systems.

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