As Peru’s cabinet deals with new crisis, 10-day blockade against Las Bambas expected to go on
The four communities blocking the main road used by Las Bambas since January 26 have agreed to stay put despite political crisis.
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Peru copper output up almost 7% despite social unrest
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A giant coal fleet is the quickest way to get climate funds
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Zimbabwe makes U-turn on mining royalties to halt currency slide
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Czechs withdraw Turow mine complaint after Polish payment
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