February 7, 2022 MMG to halt Las Bambas copper mine amid fresh blockade MMG said production is expected to cease by February 20 if the roadblock is not removed.
February 6, 2022 China, Argentina deepening ties beyond mining China will provide Argentina with more than $23 billion in financing for infrastructure projects and the Belt and Road initiative.
February 6, 2022 Turkey lifts ban on importing scrap metal from Lebanon The Turkish decision will secure $100 million of "fresh dollars" annually for Lebanon.
February 5, 2022 As Peru’s cabinet deals with new crisis, 10-day blockade against Las Bambas expected to go on The four communities blocking the main road used by Las Bambas since January 26 have agreed to stay put despite political crisis.
February 4, 2022 Peru copper output up almost 7% despite social unrest Copper production, the country's main export, rose in 2021 partly thanks to the beginning of operations of Marcobre's $1.6 billion Mina Justa mine.
February 4, 2022 Colombia to open gold, coal assets up for bids On February 24, the government will pre-launch the gold round to allow interested companies to prepare their proposals.
February 3, 2022 Video: Gold Royalty Corp poised to accelerate growth in 2022, says CEO Two equity research groups flag Gold Royalty Corp as a top pick for 2022.
February 3, 2022 China built Congo a toll road that led straight to the ruling family The Kabilas’ involvement in the toll road came to light through the biggest leak ever of financial documents from Africa.
February 3, 2022 Copper price down as dollar firms European shares and U.S. equity futures declined on Thursday amid the souring mood in the stock market.
February 3, 2022 Chile committee votes to scrap water rights for mines and farms The plan would require mines, agribusinesses and utilities to seek temporary permits to use water in a new model that prioritizes human consumption, the sustainability of water reserves and indigenous…
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