These are the countries mining investors should stay away from
While resource nationalism is still a major risk for miners, corrupted governments can be equally or more detrimental to the industry.
Cecilia Jamasmie , Editor-in-Chief
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China to search for rare earths in the Moon
The “Jade Rabbit,” China's first lunar rover, is equipped with a round-penetrating radar to measure the Moon's soil and crust.
Coal industry says UN climate chief ‘ignoring reality’
World Coal Association says Figueres's comments evidence her "lack of expertise in the mining and energy sectors."
Vale slashes investment budget for third straight year to $14.8bn
Budget for 2014 is 9.2% lower than last year’s and well below the $18 billion total from 2011.
Diamond prices to jump next year— Alrosa
A steady diamond demand in Europe, paired with an ever growing appetite for these precious stones in China and India, are to blame, says Alrosa.
UK Royal Mint mulls issuing gold-backed physical bitcoins
In collaboration with the Channel Island of Alderney.
Barrick next chairman might get a helping hand from China
John Thornton has strong connections to Asia, particularly China.
Mexican drug lords get firm grip on country’s mines
Mexico's notoriously violent drug barons have turned to mining to both expand and diversify their sources of revenue.
Chile’s Codelco’s Jan-Sept profit down 61%, output also low
Copper production declined 0.3% in the period due to lower ore grades, harder rock and more complicated production processes.
Iran resumes gold trade with Turkey
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has a few reasons to smile.
Brazil delays critical minerals areas auction
The regulator said funding shortfalls prevent it from covering the costs needed to move ahead with the tender process.
