Core Insights - Nova Minerals Limited has been invited to provide an update on its Estelle Gold and Critical Minerals Project in Alaska ahead of a high-level meeting between Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and U.S. President Donald Trump, focusing on critical minerals and strategic resource cooperation [1][9] - The Estelle Project is strategically important due to its significant gold and antimony resources, with the U.S. Department of War awarding Nova a US$43.4 million grant to support the development of a domestic antimony supply chain [3][5][10] Strategic Engagement with Governments - Nova is preparing to present details on its U.S. investments, including the Estelle Project's key minerals and planned expansions, highlighting its strategic importance in the context of U.S.-Australia collaboration on critical minerals [4][9] - The Estelle Project is located in Alaska's Tintina Gold Belt, recognized for its substantial gold and antimony assets, with antimony recently added to the U.S. Department of the Interior's Draft 2025 Critical Minerals List [4][10] Project Overview - The Estelle Project covers 514 km² and contains one of the world's largest undeveloped gold deposits, featuring over 20 advanced gold and antimony prospects across a 35 km mineralized corridor [6][19] - The project is positioned near significant infrastructure and aligns with regional development initiatives, including a proposed antimony refinery at Port MacKenzie, which has secured a 42.81-acre land use permit [7][19] Market Context - Antimony is increasingly recognized as a critical mineral for defense and high-tech applications, with growing demand driven by its use in munitions and energy systems [10] - The U.S. government's support for domestic critical minerals projects, including funding and advanced permitting, underscores the strategic importance of Nova's plans for antimony production [10][9]