China’s state-backed automaker BYD is exploring plans to establish a lithium battery production facility in Argentina, according to the country’s foreign minister. The potential investment highlights Argentina’s push to develop its lithium reserves, a critical mineral for electric vehicle batteries. The move could strengthen ties between China and Latin America’s energy sector while positioning Argentina as a key player in the global shift toward clean energy technologies. Details on the project’s scale and timeline remain under discussion.
China’s BYD considering lithium battery plant in Argentina, foreign minister says South China Morning Post
