RETRANSMISSION: Manganese X Energy Corp. Underscores Urgency to Establish North American Battery Materials Supply Chain Due to China's Recent Export Controls on Critical Minerals

Core Insights - The urgency to establish a North American battery materials supply chain has been highlighted due to China's recent export controls on critical minerals [2][4] - China's new export regulations, effective November 8, 2025, will impact high-performance lithium-ion batteries and various cathode materials [3] - Manganese X Energy Corp. aims to position itself as a key supplier of high-purity manganese, essential for next-generation EV batteries [4][6] Industry Context - China's export controls represent a significant escalation in its control over critical materials, which are vital for the global electric vehicle (EV) and battery energy storage systems [4] - The geopolitical landscape for critical minerals is rapidly changing, prompting a shift towards self-sufficiency in battery material production in North America and Europe [6] Company Strategy - Manganese X's Battery Hill project in New Brunswick, Canada, is positioned to address the emerging supply gap for high-purity manganese [4] - The company is committed to supplying ethically sourced, high-quality manganese materials to reduce dependency on foreign processing, particularly from China [4][5] - Manganese X aims to become the first publicly traded manganese mining company in Canada and the US to commercialize EV-compliant high-purity manganese [7]