Millennial leader takes over broke and crime-wracked Ecuador
The 35 year-old president, Daniel Noboa, faces a country where voters recently backed a referendum to restrict gold and copper mining.
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Silvercorp Metals sweetens offer for OreCorp
The improved bid values OreCorp at $170m and follows rumors of influential shareholders being unhappy with the original offer.
China shifts approach to fatal coal mining accidents to ensure supply security
In recent times, the prospect of a round of safety inspections in a mining hub like Shanxi would have fueled concerns over disruptions to output.
Global nickel market sees 23,900 metric ton surplus in September – INSG
That compares with a surplus of 15,300 metric tons in August 2023.
Codelco says making progress on key projects, following output hit
The state-owned miner said it has reached a production 'turning point'.
Baffinland ups Mary River iron ore output to 6 million tonnes per year
This positive decision comes only months after the federal government rejected the proposed phase two expansion project at Mary River.
Russian gold miner Uzhuralzoloto raises $78 million in Moscow IPO
Russia's fourth-largest gold miner has shrugged off British sanctions on its owner, Konstantin Strukov, to push ahead with the listing.
Nunavut review board nixes expansion for Agnico Eagle’s Meliadine gold mine
The application would have extended the mine life by 11 years to 2043.
China-linked fund seeks ouster of Australia rare earths miner’s chairman
Yuxiao Fund, which owns a near 10% stake in Northern Minerals, wants chairman Nicholas Curtis removed as a director.
