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…

February 3, 2022

China’s metals imports boomed in 2021, so did its exports

Such divergence is highly unusual but reflects the equally unusual combination of pandemic recovery and supply-side constraints, writes Andy Home.