EU moves to ease environmental rules for mining to secure critical minerals

The EU is proposing to relax environmental requirements to accelerate mine permitting, prioritizing critical mineral supply security. The move signals a policy shift toward strategic autonomy, but faces opposition from left-leaning parliamentarians who warn against weakening protections. The outcome is uncertain as negotiations proceed.

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