On 21 November 2023, the NESA Center for Strategic Studies published alum Dr. Arslan Chikhaoui's latest Op-Ed titled "The Geopolitics of Critical Minerals in Mediterrafrica."

"In this new era of reshaping geopolitical alliances, Africa is emerging as a production region of strategic minerals, which is likely to intensify competition between global players. The African continent is home to many rare earth deposits. North Africa and sub-Saharan Africa have become courted, in particular, for their critical mineral resources key for the energy transition and have become the playgrounds of influence," writes Chikhaoui.

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About the Author

Dr. Arslan Chikhaoui is a Geo-political Analyst and the Chairman of Nord Sud Ventures (NSV) Consultancy & Studies Center and Advisory Board Member of the Defense and Security Forum.

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