Australia wins US support for critical minerals industry
The two countries have reached an agreement to coordinate polices and investment to support the industry's growth.
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Conflict brings Sudan’s lucrative official gold trade to a halt
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Newcrest gold mine faces probe for dust pollution in Australia
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Missing recovery leaves China’s metals bears in charge
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