China may ban rare earth technology exports on security concerns
The Chinese government is currently conducting a review of its rare-earths policy.
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Iron ore price at highest since 2011 on China post-holiday demand outlook
Metal prices surged during the first trading day since the lunar new year in China, as activity ramps up to pre-pandemic levels.
Copper price blasts to 9-year high on demand optimism
Other industrial metals also jumped, with aluminum, nickel, tin and lead all hitting multi year highs.
Iamgold grows cash balance, adjusts Westwood reserve
The latest release quotes Westwood reserves of 4 million tonnes at 4.9 g/t gold for a total of 626,000 oz, a 47% decrease over the prior year-end.
Nighthawk adds Kim & Cass property to Colomac holdings
These new grounds include a historic resource of 2.9 million tonnes grading 2.66 g/t gold.
MINING PEOPLE: KORE, New Pacific, Radisson, Tudor
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Most miners lag behind in human rights issues — report
Ten years after the adoption of United Nations principles, a study shows most miners have yet to step up efforts to improve their human rights record.
Rio Tinto still committed to Oyu Tolgoi – CEO
CEO Jakob Stausholm said the copper mine expansion would yield a “big win-win” for both the country and the miner.
Hecla silver production improves by 7% in 2020
Hecla now has the third-highest silver and gold reserves in company's 130-year history.
