Venezuela's bauxite reserves draw India's attention as mineral talks expand

As India looks to secure supplies of critical minerals and industrial raw materials, Venezuela's large bauxite reserves are attracting attention alongside its deposits of gold, diamonds, coltan and iron ore.

The issue came up during a conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez in New Delhi on Thursday, where mining and mineral resources were being discussed. Speaking after the meeting, Rudrendra Tandon, Secretary (East) at the Ministry of External Affairs, said the discussions covered the