On Monday, October 5, the government submitted a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to a special commission on nickel within the Congress. This document outlines an agreement between the European Union and New Caledonia, a French territory in the Pacific, focusing on critical materials, particularly nickel. Nickel is an essential component in the production of batteries used in electric vehicles and renewable energy technologies, making it a strategic resource in the global transition to green energy. The proposed agreement is expected to be signed during the visit of Stéphane Séjourné, vice-president for prosperity and industrial strategy of the European Commission, who will be in New Caledonia from October 16 to 20. This visit comes at a time when both the European Union and New Caledonia are looking to strengthen their economic ties, especially in the area of resource management and sustainable development. According to the French newspaper Le Monde, which reviewed the draft document, the text of the MoU remains largely declarative. This suggests that while the agreement outlines shared goals and principles, it may lack specific commitments or binding measures. Such agreements are often used as a first step in formalizing partnerships, but they typically require further negotiations to turn intentions into concrete actions. The potential signing of the MoU highlights the growing importance of nickel in international trade and policy discussions. As demand for electric vehicles and green technology continues to rise, securing stable supplies of critical materials like nickel becomes increasingly vital for global economies and environmental strategies.