The EU’s strategy to de-risks critical raw material supply chains isn’t working fast enough

Italian publication Formiche featured Joris Teer's recent report outlining nine key policy recommendations identified during an expert workshop to fully de-risk gallium, germanium, and rare earth supply chains by 2030. Experts emphasised that European policy efforts remain too slow in addressing vulnerabilities in critical raw material supply—materials vital for defense, healthcare, and the digital and green transitions. The report stresses that financial investment, research, and international cooperation are essential to bolstering Europe's strategic security.