Export-Import Bank of the United States

10/16/2026

“What you’re doing is heroic.” 🇺🇸

At Niocorp Developments Elk Creek project, Chairman Jovanovic praised the American workers helping secure the critical minerals our warfighters, first responders, and manufacturers depend on.

10/16/2026

This week was a major step forward in American critical mineral independence. Chairman Jovanovic visited NioCorp Developments Elk Creek project, a new niobium mine in Nebraska.

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A $1.2 billion mining project in southeast Nebraska is closer to securing $840 million in federal financing. The mine could create 500 permanent jobs.

10/15/2026

America’s industrial future starts with the resources beneath our feet. 🇺🇸

Channel 8 News KLKN TV Lincoln highlights EXIM’s Letter of Support for NioCorp Developments Elk Creek project, advancing President Trump’s commitment to strengthening critical mineral supply chains.

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A major mining project in southeast Nebraska is one step closer to becoming a reality after receiving a letter of support from the Export-Import Bank of the United States.

10/15/2026

America’s critical mineral supply chains must be MINED and MADE in America. 🇺🇸

Nebraska Public Media News highlights Chairman John Jovanovic signing EXIM’s Letter of Support for NioCorp Developments Elk Creek project.

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Federal officials voiced support Wednesday for a rare earth mine in southeast Nebraska. But the long-awaited project still needs final approval.

10/15/2026

Today, EXIM signed a letter of support with NioCorp Developments, further demonstrating President Trump's commitment to put America First and reshore our critical mineral supply chains.

We have to utilize our resources here in America that our manufacturers depend on. MINED and REFINED in the USA 🇺🇸

10/14/2026

Today, EXIM signed a letter of support with Niocorp Developments, further demonstrating President Donald J. Trump’ commitment to put America First and reshore our critical mineral supply chains.

We have to utilize our resources here in America that our manufacturers depend on. MINED and REFINED in the USA 🇺🇸

10/14/2026

Chairman Jovanovic and Niocorp Developments Executive Chairman, President and CEO Mark Smith signed an EXIM Letter of Support for the Elk Creek project today, marking another step toward strengthening U.S. critical mineral supply chains and supporting American jobs. 🇺🇸

10/13/2026

Chairman Jovanovic welcomed Armenian Ambassador Նարեկ Մկրտչյան / Narek Mkrtchyan to EXIM today to discuss opportunities to strengthen U.S.-Armenia economic ties and expand American exports. 🇺🇸🇦🇲

10/13/2026

Chairman Jovanovic welcomed Armenian Ambassador Narek Mkrtchyan to EXIM today to discuss opportunities to strengthen U.S.-Armenia economic ties and expand American exports. 🇺🇸🇦🇲

10/09/2026

Factory Floor Friday | Fort Worth, Texas 🇺🇸 📌

Factory Floor Fridays tells the story of the American Dream through the eyes of the companies and workers building the next generation of American industry.

Chairman Jovanovic visited Lockheed Martin’s Martin’s F-35 production line in Fort Worth to see the workers and manufacturing capabilities protecting our national security.