How the EV boom led Chinese companies to take over Indonesia’s nickel industry

Nickel mining in Indonesia has surged, making it the world’s top producer of the metal. With over 14 active mines, Indonesia supplies more than

, driven by its crucial role in electric vehicle (EV) batteries.

“Nickel is needed for the development of the electric vehicle sector, which is going to benefit the environment and the path to greening the global economy and meeting climate change targets,” said Jason Sappor,…