Indonesia’s Nickel Nationalization Threatens Global Supply Chains Amid U.S.-China Rivalry

Indonesia has launched a sweeping crackdown on its nickel sector, consolidating state control over the world’s largest reserves just as global markets pivot away from heavy reliance on this critical mineral. This move, framed by Jakarta as a fight against illegal mining and corruption, masks a deeper geopolitical and economic struggle — one with profound implications for American national security and industrial independence.How Indonesia’s Resource Grab Undermines America’s Strategic EdgeNickel isn’t just another commodity; it is a keystone in the electrification efforts critical to global economic competitiveness and defense readiness. Yet, as Indonesia seizes more than 4 million hectares of...