Author: Sajal Shahid

Wars, whether they are slow and protracted or short and intense, seldom end without leaving a mark. Under extreme circumstances, they may be able to redefine geographical boundaries, upset demographics, or break alliances as the world order tries to preserve some facade of balance. The Russia-Ukraine War is no different. As one of the longest-ongoing European wars since World War II, with intensive use of emerging technology in modern history, it has undoubtedly etched itself into history.

In today's age of technology, marked by ever-increasing digitisation and a new shift towards green energy, the topic of critical and rare earth minerals has become increasingly prevalent. From fighter jet engines and submarines to MRI machines and computer screens, critical minerals such as lithium and cobalt form the backbone of contemporary technology.