Germany and Canada have formalized a strategic partnership to enhance cooperation on critical minerals essential for energy and defense technologies. The agreement, announced by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, aims to secure supply chains for key raw materials including lithium, rare earth elements, nickel, copper, and cobalt. This collaboration seeks to reduce dependency on China and Russia, which currently dominate global supply of these minerals. The pact includes joint funding for critical mineral projects, technology sharing, and supply chain integration. In parallel, Canada is initiating talks to export liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Germany to meet rising European demand. Canadian Energy Minister Tim Hodgson emphasized the urgency of building new port infrastructure to facilitate LNG exports, with government announcements on funding expected within two weeks. Hodgson also highlighted that advances in artificial intelligence have strained Germany's energy grid, increasing the need for diversified energy sources such as Canadian LNG. This partnership reflects a broader effort by both nations to strengthen energy ties, enhance supply chain resilience, and promote sustainable industrial growth amid global geopolitical challenges.