Panama’s president gives final approval to First Quantum copper mine contract
The bill was approved in a third and final brief debate with 44 votes in favor, five against, and two abstentions.
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The project includes the construction of a hydrometallurgical plant at the Comide mine.
South Africa’s QGC secures $1 billion for push into green metals
The company plans to develop deposits of metals such as lithium, copper and nickel in southern and eastern Africa.
Gold price nearing $2,000/oz as Middle East turmoil feeds safe haven demand
Since the onset of the Hamas-Israel conflict, bullion has added nearly $200 an ounce.
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China’s state reserve expected to buy 3,100t of cobalt – sources
Five major cobalt suppliers attended meetings held in Beijing this week to discuss prices and volumes of the purchases.
Boliden’s profit falls as lower prices, grades weigh
Shares in the group fell 29% year-to-date.
EU, US could agree on critical minerals despite steel failure, says France
The European Union and the United States could reach a deal on critical minerals over the coming weeks or months.
China to tighten exports of key battery material graphite
The world's top producer will require export permits for some products from December 1 to protect national security.