In the season finale of Fast Forward, we explore whether India is having its ‘metals moment’ on the global stage. With policies like the National Critical Minerals Mission and ambitious investment incentives, India is positioning itself as a politically stable and diversified hub for key commodities like aluminium, copper and zinc. Host Andrea Hotter speaks with Vedanta Resources’ CEO, Deshnee Naidoo, about how industrialization, urbanization and electrification are driving domestic demand, enabling India to scale production while reducing global reliance on China. However, the road ahead isn’t without its challenges. This episode puts the spotlight on Vedanta’s ambitious $10 billion pipeline, unpacking the opportunities and obstacles shaping India’s future as a critical player in the global metals market.

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In this episode of Fast Forward, host Andrea Hotter dives into the world of strategic stockpiling with insights from Major General (Ret) Alberto Rosende, the CEO of M2i. Discover how governments and private sectors are building critical mineral reserves to safeguard against supply chain disruptions and geopolitical risks. From the role of AI in predicting shortages to the importance of recycling and domestic mining, this episode unpacks the strategies shaping the future of resource security. Tune in to explore the challenges, opportunities, and global collaborations driving this essential initiative.

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In this episode of Fast Forward, Andrea Hotter sits down with Raj Surendran, CEO of Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia, to explore the West's efforts to decouple from China in the critical minerals space. Raj shares his unique perspective on the challenges of building non-China supply chains, the misconceptions about China's dominance and the practical realities of diversification versus decoupling. From geopolitical tensions to operational hurdles, this conversation unpacks the complexities of reshaping global supply chains and the role collaboration could play in the future.

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