I would say that as far as multilateral engagement goes, certainly we can work through the African Union. There are well-established standards and approaches to mining generally, but to critical minerals as well. That's an important focus for us.
In terms of bilateral relationships, I think the question is how we—as a government, as the public sector—can engage in what are effectively private sector operations. Also, can we ensure that the minerals and the supply chains that we need to supply those minerals to are consistent with our standards? I think that's very important. If we look at the G7 action plan on critical minerals, standards are central to that piece.
As I was mentioning earlier, Canada's brand in Africa is very much geared towards meeting those ESG standards that the G7 and other like-minded countries have established and feel are important in our business operations in Africa. I think that's an important way of contrasting where Canada stands in terms of mineral extraction and production.
I guess the other question is on beneficiation and how we partner with governments in Africa around the question of how we can ensure there is local benefit coming from the extraction of these minerals.
