The narrative of lithium in Mexico has evolved from a potential mining boom to a cornerstone of national sovereignty.
In April 2022, Claudia Sheinbaum , then the , made a historic comparison between the nationalization of lithium and the landmark 1938 oil expropriation . Sheinbaum, who is now the President of Mexico as of late 2024, framed the move as a return of strategic resources to the Mexican people, much like General Lázaro Cárdenas did with oil 84 years prior. The Story of "White Gold" in Mexico Head of Mexico City government compares lithium...