Freeport in early talks to extend Indonesia copper rights beyond 2041
Company also reiterated long-standing comments that does not need to buy a rival to grow, pointing to expansion plans in the United States and Asia.
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Chile amends mining royalty bill with flat 1% ad valorem rate
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