Chile’s mining ministry accepts Cochilco head’s resignation
Joaquin Morales will be replaced on an interim basis by the agency's current prosecutor Claudia Rodriguez.
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Scientists discover ‘dark oxygen’ being produced by seabed metals
Researchers sampled the seabed of the Clarion-Clapperton Zone to assess the possible impacts of deep-sea mining.
Vietnam arrests former deputy environment minister over rare earth mining violations
Four other senior officials in environment ministry also accused.
Kumba Iron Ore sees new South Africa government open to rail reform
The Anglo subsidiary was already working with the previous administration on ways to improve the crucial infrastructure.
Botswana touts 24% stake in new mining companies for citizens
Under current legislation, the government is entitled to offer to buy as much as 15% equity in any new mining entity.
Lifezone produces first metal from Kabanga nickel project in Tanzania
This milestone marks the first metal production from Kabanga since the deposit’s initial discovery in 1975.
Iron ore price buckles below $100 as China’s Plenum fails to inspire
The steelmaking material slid as much as 3.5% to touch $99.85 in Singapore, with futures on track for a third day of losses.
Civil society groups file complaint against The Metals Company
Deep-sea miner is said to have misled investors, government officials, and the public through material misrepresentations and omissions.
India slashes import tax on gold, silver to tackle smuggling
Local gold prices hit their lowest level in more than three months after the announcement.
