Sunday, February 16, 2014

Western Militaries Are Facing A Shortage Of Streatgic Metals And Minerals


Western Militaries Risk Losing Access To Key Materials -- USA Today

WASHINGTON — Western militaries may lose access to critical materials needed for weapons and other systems, because of the growing demand for new technologies, questionable supply lines and production in unfriendly or dangerous countries, NATO documents show.

"Key strategic materials are those that are crucial in the manufacture of sophisticated military hardware or components such as airframes, gas turbines, rocket motors, munitions, armor and electronics," according to a newly released NATO request for information. "These materials are becoming increasingly scarce."

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My Comment: Time to stockpile what you need.

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