Thank you, Mr. Chair.
My question is for Dr. Zaghib.
Dr. Zaghib, first of all, I want to thank you for your testimony and for the expertise you are sharing with us.
I remember that you were an advisor to the Quebec minister during the development of his strategy. I would like you to tell me to what extent Quebec has what it takes to create a complete lithium value chain and become a leader in this field.
Do you have any concerns about the federal government?
I would also like to know if the famous centre of excellence that the government has announced could be located near the resource, in a place where there is university expertise. For example, would you be prepared to collaborate on a centre that could be located in Abitibi-Témiscamingue?