South African mining union says de-registration halted
In April, the government's labour registrar said he intended to cancel registration of AMCU, one of the nation's largest and most militant unions.
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Australian lithium miners submerged by low prices
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Saudi Arabia creates new ministry of industry and mining
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Global Energy Metals expands Nevada footprint
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Australia launches A$12.5m mining research centre
The Australian government committed $3.7 million for the new facility.
Populism and protest lurk behind Europe’s dying coal mines
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