Securing resilient critical mineral supply chains has become a national imperative for nations globally, as surging demand across advanced technologies, defense systems, and energy infrastructure exposes an urgent strategic challenge that underpins both economic competitiveness and national security.
Brazil—the Western Hemisphere’s largest economy and a global mining leader—is uniquely positioned as a strategic partner. With the world’s largest niobium reserves, second-largest graphite and rare earth reserves, and third-largest nickel reserves, Brazil offers a reliable, hemisphere-based alternative to concentrated foreign supply chains.
Deepening private sector-led partnerships between the U.S. and Brazil will strengthen Western Hemispheric supply chains of essential resources while advancing shared prosperity and technological leadership.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is proud to lead efforts to strengthen this partnership, advocating for smart policies that enable—not direct—commercial engagement, strategic investments driven by market forces, and innovative solutions that align with our shared values and priorities. Through collaboration with AmCham Brazil and Citi, we are committed to ensuring that business leadership and sound policy work hand-in-hand to create a stronger, more prosperous future for both nations.
This white paper outlines a comprehensive strategy to unlock the opportunities in U.S.-Brazil critical mineral cooperation. It is a call to action for all stakeholders—governments facilitating the right conditions, businesses driving innovation and investment, and civil society ensuring accountability—to come together and seize this moment.
The time to act is now. Together, we can turn this vision into reality and ensure that the United States and Brazil remain global leaders in innovation, economic growth, and shared progress.
