India trade ministry seeks to cut gold tariff to curb smuggling
India’s trade ministry is discussing a reduction in import taxes on gold to rein in illegal shipments.
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Company had entered into an alliance with Navajo Nation to develop its flagship Big Sandy lithium project in Arizona.
CMOC threatens legal action over Congo cobalt mine export block
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Glencore pays $180 million to Congo to settle corruption claims
Deal is the latest payment in a series of graft cases Glencore has faced and covers all alleged corruption activities between 2007 and 2018.
Phosphorous-based 2D material may lead to advanced solar cells, Li-ion batteries
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Sigma Lithium secures $100 million for Brazil mine expansion
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Papua New Guinea PM Marape presses mining, energy giants to advance projects
PNG wants progress on undeveloped projects as it sees opportunities to boost resource sales to Asia.
