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UK's green tech challenge
The UK is pushing for more electric vehicles and renewable energy, both of which rely heavily on copper and cobalt. With Congo being a major supplier, this export ban could make it harder or more expensive for UK manufacturers to source these crucial materials, potentially slowing down our green transition efforts.
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