Former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen Nielsen accepts position as board director for Allied Critical Metals USA
In a recent press release 1, Allied Critical Metals Inc., a Canadian-based mining company, announced that Kirstjen M. Nielsen, a former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, has joined Allied Critical Metals USA as a strategic advisor and board director. Nielsen's expertise in United States national security matters will provide valuable guidance on the importation, marketing, and distribution of tungsten across critical U.S. sectors, with a focus on national security.
Tungsten, a critical mineral used in aerospace, defense, electronics, and energy applications [2], currently accounts for approximately 86% of the total global supply and reserves by China, Russia, and North Korea [3]. The global tungsten market is estimated to be valued at approximately USD $5 to $6 billion [4].
Nielsen's role at Allied USA involves providing strategic counsel to navigate U.S. national security policies and risk landscapes relevant to critical minerals [1]. She will also facilitate relationships and collaboration with government and defense sectors to help position Allied USA as a trusted supplier of tungsten [1]. Additionally, she will assist with the importation, marketing, and distribution strategy targeting key industries reliant on tungsten for armaments, aerospace components, electronics, and industrial uses [1].
Given tungsten's irreplaceable role in military applications, including heavy metal alloys for armaments, ballistics, and missile components, Nielsen's presence helps Allied USA align its business growth with U.S. strategic priorities related to critical mineral supply security [1].
Roy Bonnell serves as the Chief Executive Officer and Director of Allied Critical Metals Inc. [5]. Allied USA is focused on the importation, marketing, and distribution of tungsten across key U.S. sectors [5]. The Company's mineral projects include the 100% owned past producing Borralha Tungsten Project and the Vila Verde Tungsten Project in northern Portugal [6].
Allied Critical Metals Inc. can be found on LinkedIn at: Allied Critical Metals Inc. on LinkedIn [7]. For investor relations inquiries, please contact Dave Burwell, Vice President, Corporate Development, at Tel: 403 410 7907 | Toll Free: 1-888-221-0915, Email: [email protected] [8].
The news release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the proposed timeline and use of proceeds for exploration and development of the Company's mineral projects [9]. The Canadian Stock Exchange does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release [10]. The securities of the Company have not been, nor will they be, registered under the 1933 Act or under any U.S. state securities laws [11]. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities in the United States [11].
[1] https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/263183 [2] https://www.alliedcritical.com/ [3] https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/263183 [4] https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/263183 [5] https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/263183 [6] https://www.alliedcritical.com/ [7] https://www.linkedin.com/company/allied-critical-metals-inc [8] https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/263183 [9] https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/263183 [10] https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/263183 [11] https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/263183
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