December 27, 2022 Ecuador to launch security program for mining projects The Ecuadorian government is preparing a security program for mining assets. As the country’s public-private partnerships secretary Roberto Salas told BNamericas, areas […]
December 27, 2022 First Quantum says no disruption to Panama ops amid dispute The Panamanian government and the mining firm have been discussing a deal that would have increased annual tax payments to Panama to at least $375 million.
December 27, 2022 Copper price hits 2-week high as China further eases covid curbs China will stop requiring inbound travelers to go into quarantine starting from Jan. 8.
December 26, 2022 First Quantum CEO holds talks with Panama minister – source First Quantum CEO Tristan Pascall flew to Panama over Christmas to attend the meeting in person with the minister, Federico Alfaro, Reuters sources say.
December 26, 2022 Chilean company develops AI-powered technology to detect failures in large-tonnage mobile mining equipment Developed by Fukay Data, Vitech is a software aimed at providing early detection of failures in large-tonnage mobile mining equipment.
December 26, 2022 Copper price rises on weaker dollar, demand hopes The People's Bank of China on Saturday called for the strengthening of real estate policy in light of sluggish economic growth over the past several years.
December 26, 2022 First Quantum starts arbitration against Panama, says government The company accounts for roughly 3.5% of Panama's gross domestic product.
December 23, 2022 Ecuador says mining could become third-biggest export by 2025 Despite its abundant mineral reserves, Ecuador has lagged behind other Andean countries such as Peru and Chile in developing large-scale mining.
December 23, 2022 Codelco launches austerity plan after lower production forecasts The state-owned miner cut its 2022/23 production goal in October, amid lower prices and poorer ore grades.
December 23, 2022 Panama aims for ‘fair’ deal with First Quantum The Cobre Panama mine is considered the largest private investment in the Central American country.
Aluminum and copper prices take breather after explosive start to 2026 Industrial metals have enjoyed a bullish run into the new year. January 13, 2026 | 03:12 pm
