Introduction
The Brazilian government has delayed the creation of a technical committee on critical and strategic minerals, which was scheduled to be analyzed at the meeting of the National Mineral Policy Council (CNPM) in July 2026. This decision was made to await the conclusion of the legislative process of the critical minerals framework in Congress.
The Context of Brazilian Mineral Policy
Brazilian mineral policy is at a critical moment, with the need to establish clear rules for the exploration of critical and strategic minerals. The creation of the technical committee on critical and strategic minerals is seen as an important step to ensure the security of mineral supply and national sovereignty.
The National Mining Plan 2050
During the CNPM meeting, the Minister of Mines and Energy, Alexandre Silveira, presented the National Mining Plan 2050 (PNM 2050). The plan is organized into four pillars: sustainability and social value; security of mineral supply and responsible use; value addition in the mineral sector; and governance and integrity.
The pillars are divided into five strategic objectives: to consolidate Brazilian mining as sustainable and inclusive; to increase geological knowledge and responsible use of mineral resources; to promote value addition and productive densification; to strengthen governance, integrity, and transparency in mining; and to ensure national sovereignty and security of mineral supply.
Challenges and Opportunities
The energy transition requires Brazil to establish its policy for strategic minerals as soon as possible. However, it is essential to ensure that the rules established respect the environment and communities, and do not repeat the developmentalism of the past century. Additionally, it is necessary to develop a value chain downstream of mining to ensure economic and social development of the country.
Conclusion
The government's decision to delay the creation of the technical committee on critical and strategic minerals is an important step to ensure the security of mineral supply and national sovereignty. However, it is essential that the rules established are clear and respect the environment and communities. The National Mining Plan 2050 is an important step to ensure sustainability and responsibility in the exploration of critical and strategic minerals.
Source / Reference
Original URL: https://climainfo.org.br/2026/07/02/governo-adia-criacao-de-comite-sobre-minerais-criticos-a-espera-do-congresso/