China ‘war on coal’ to drive labour unrest — report
The country's renewable energy industry will benefit, as it is set to step in as a substitute for coal in the coming years.
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Dominion Diamond can go ahead with Ekati mine expansion — watchdog
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China gets tougher on illegal mining, exporting of rare earths
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Anglo American risks eviction from FTSE 100
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