India-UK Launch Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory

India and the United Kingdom launched the Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO) in New Delhi. Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy and UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper formally inaugurated the initiative. The observatory will monitor global critical mineral supply chains, identify risks, and support data-driven decisions for clean energy, EVs, and advanced manufacturing. It is a collaboration between TEXMiN, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, and University of Cambridge. The move strengthens India-UK ties and aligns with India’s National Critical Mineral Mission.