Deep within the high-altitude salt flats of the Andes lies a shimmering treasure that has sparked a modern-day gold rush. The lithium triangle, shared by Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile, holds the world’s largest reserves of the silver-white metal essential for electric vehicle batteries.
As the global shift toward green energy accelerates, this remote region has transformed into a high-stakes geopolitical battleground. While China has spent over a decade securing its dominance through massive infrastructure investments and state-backed deals, the United States is now racing to catch up to protect its own energy security.
This gallery explores the complex clash between superpowers to dominate the market. Click to learn more.