Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-09-25 03:53Core Insights - The U.S. government is seeking to acquire a 10% stake in Lithium Americas, aiming to secure rights to the largest lithium mine in the U.S. [1] - The Biden administration is renegotiating a $2.26 billion loan to Lithium Americas, initially approved during the Trump administration, which is seen as a significant mineral transaction [2] - Lithium Americas' Thacker Pass project holds the largest known lithium resources globally, with plans to produce 160,000 tons of battery-grade lithium carbonate annually in five phases [2] Company Relationships - Ganfeng Lithium was previously the largest shareholder of Lithium Americas, holding a 19.9% stake through its subsidiary, Ganfeng International, acquired in 2017 for approximately $49 million [1][3] - As of April 15, Ganfeng Lithium has become the third-largest shareholder of Lithium Americas, with its stock price rising by 3.35% on September 24 [1] - Ganfeng Lithium has strategically reduced its stake in Lithium Americas to 6.86% as of the 2024 fiscal year, reclassifying its remaining shares from long-term equity investments to trading financial assets [4] Project Details - The Thacker Pass project, located in Humboldt County, Nevada, commenced construction in March 2023 and is crucial for the U.S. lithium supply chain [2] - General Motors holds a 38% stake in Thacker Pass and has a 20-year purchase agreement for lithium production, indicating strong industry partnerships [2] Strategic Developments - Ganfeng Lithium has diversified its lithium resource projects globally, including significant holdings in Australia, Argentina, and Mali, totaling over 33.81 million tons of lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) [3]