Hosted by the Australian National University, REECON+ is a high-level, discussion-driven forum on the future of global critical mineral value chains. The conference brings industry, government, finance, policy, and academia to examine how mineral-rich nations can position themselves in a new era of strategic rivalry.
About REECON+
This year, REECON+ explores three core questions:
- Where and how should mineral rich nations play to win in the new era of rivalry?
- Can the West truly compete?
- What are enablers and roadblocks on the pathway to effective action?
Program
Speakers will deliver short insights (10 minutes each) before a moderated panel discussion examining the geological, economic, geopolitical, and policy forces reshaping critical minerals today.
Read more about the program and key sessions
OZRE ’26
Immediately preceding REECON+, on the 18th and 19th February, will be OZRE ’26: a research conference on the state-of-the-art in rare earth science. This event will include leading academics from across Australia and the region discussing the latest research advances in chemistry, physics, and biomedicine for the rare earth elements.