Las Bambas’ copper out to the markets after 68-day blockade
The Nueva Fuerabamba community agreed to let Las Bambas' trucks circulate through the Corredor Minero del Sur.
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SQM to acquire 80% interest in Revelo’s copper projects in Chile
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