“Mining has brought nothing but poverty” – young environmentalists plan rewrite of Chile copper mining rules
There’s a lot at stake. Chile’s government lists a total of almost $70 billion in possible mining projects this decade.
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Newcrest to boost stake in Havieron gold-copper project
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