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“Friend-shoring” as a panacea to Western critical mineral supply chain vulnerabilities

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  • Vlado Vivoda

    (Rabdan Academy)

  • Ron Matthews

    (Rabdan Academy)

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This study elucidates the emerging concept of “friend-shoring,” a strategy anchored in fortifying supply chains through political and strategic alignment. Central to our investigation is the Minerals Security Partnership (MSP), representing the first strategic application of the friend-shoring principle. The MSP unites nations committed to forging sustainable and ethical supply chains for critical minerals. While the primary objective of friend-shoring is to alleviate vulnerabilities in Western critical mineral supply chains, its broader implications encompass economic, geopolitical, environmental, and nationalistic objectives. The paper critically evaluates the advantages and potential pitfalls of friend-shoring, emphasizing the need to balance economic feasibility with adherence to robust environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards. In the backdrop of China’s significant role, yet nuanced position in the critical mineral supply chain, the study offers insights into how the MSP can enhance the supply chain’s effectiveness. The paper culminates by spotlighting areas for future research, advocating a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach to address the multifaceted challenges tied to the security of critical mineral supply.

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  • Vlado Vivoda & Ron Matthews, 2024. "“Friend-shoring” as a panacea to Western critical mineral supply chain vulnerabilities," Mineral Economics, Springer;Raw Materials Group (RMG);Luleå University of Technology, vol. 37(3), pages 463-476, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:minecn:v:37:y:2024:i:3:d:10.1007_s13563-023-00402-1
    DOI: 10.1007/s13563-023-00402-1
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    • P18 - Political Economy and Comparative Economic Systems - - Capitalist Economies - - - Energy; Environment
    • L72 - Industrial Organization - - Industry Studies: Primary Products and Construction - - - Mining, Extraction, and Refining: Other Nonrenewable Resources
    • Q37 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - Nonrenewable Resources and Conservation - - - Issues in International Trade

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