New Delhi, April 26 -- As India aims to bolster its nascent lithium mining and electric vehicle industries, the country is actively seeking partnerships with several nations to acquire technical expertise in lithium processing.

This move is driven by India's goal to reduce reliance on China and achieve self-sufficiency in the lithium supply chain.

The Indian Ministry of Mines initiated discussions with Australia and the United States last year, according to four sources familiar with the matter.

These sources, comprising government officials and industry participants, reveal that the Indian government and private companies have also sought assistance from Bolivia, Britain, Japan, and South Korea.

Notably, executives from Russia's TE...