Rare earths and critical minerals

The global distribution of REEs and critical minerals – an accident of nature and geology - has been favourable to Latin America. The region is believed to control 65% of global lithium reserves, 40% of global copper deposits, and around 15% of REEs. In Argentina alone the assessment of lithium reserves has increased by a potential 40% thanks to recent geological exploration. Latin American countries with significant REE and critical minerals reserves include Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Peru, and Argentina.