EU designates 46 strategic critical raw materials projects, four Dutch included

The European Commission has designated 46 projects as 'strategic' under its Critical Raw Materials Act, including four Dutch initiatives, to boost domestic extraction, processing, and recycling of lithium, tungsten, and other critical minerals. This marks a concrete step in reducing EU dependence on China for supply chains. The designation unlocks streamlined permitting and access to EU funding, but the actual impact depends on project execution and market conditions.