Developing Green Value Chains: Collaborating for a Mutually Beneficial EU-Africa Partnership
This commentary examines the role of critical raw materials (CRMs) in fostering green value chains and industrialization in Africa.
It underscores the potential for collaboration between the EU and Africa in mineral extraction and processing to reduce EU dependency on China while supporting African industrial growth. The article calls for stronger public-private investments, addressing energy needs, and boosting local production capabilities as essential steps toward a more equitable and sustainable partnership.