industrial base
Coverage of industrial base in the Nexus archive.
- Beyond liquid fuels: How the Dangote Refinery could become the catalytic industrial base for Nigeria, By Dan D. Kunle
Nigeria, a major crude oil producer, has historically exported raw oil while importing refined products, missing opportunities to build local industries. The Dangote Refinery is highlighted as a potential catalyst for industrial growth, job creation, and technological advancement in Nigeria.
- Atomic Industries CEO: America spent 60 years retreating from manufacturing. The next 100 are about building it back
The CEO of Atomic Industries highlights America's 60-year retreat from manufacturing and calls for rebuilding it over the next century through innovation and a new industrial base. The article emphasizes the importance of manufacturing for sustaining society and fostering community, with a focus on both domestic and global implications.
- Russia’s War Machine Is Burning at Home
Ukraine’s drone campaign is increasing in intensity and targeting Russia’s fuel, defense, and industrial sectors. The economic strain on Russia’s key industries is compounding over time.
- Pentagon aims to sidestep potential ‘collusion’ through Defense Production Act: Senior official
The Pentagon is using the Defense Production Act to address potential collusion in supply chain and industrial base issues. Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy Michael Cadenazzi emphasized voluntary agreements to resolve problems that could lead to collusion.
- EU frets as China builds an industrial base in Morocco
China's investment in Morocco's industrial base raises EU concerns that subsidized goods could overwhelm European manufacturers.
- GOP-linked group urges Congress to slash red tape on Pentagon acquisitions
A GOP-linked group, Polaris National Security, is urging Congress to reduce regulatory hurdles in the Pentagon's defense acquisition process. The report emphasizes shorter delivery timelines, expanding the industrial base, and increasing capacity to streamline military procurement.