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Aquarius Platinum and Xstrata halt operations in S.Africa

Cecilia Jamasmie | September 14, 2012 | 4:06 pm Base Metals Precious Metals Africa Europe Gold Platinum 

Aquarium Platinum (LON,ASX, JSE:AQP) and Xstrata (LON:XTA) are the latest casualties of the ongoing labour unrest in South Africa. Both companies announced Friday they have suspended operations, as police swooped on striking protesters. "Aquarius Platinum Limited advises that the company...

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