China issues coal buying mandate amid supply shortage, price gains
Country's central state planner issued a mandate to coal buyers on Monday to sign medium and long-term contracts to ensure stable supplies next year.
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Mexican President said mining companies cannot refuse to pay taxes
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Protests in Peru affecting transport of copper concentrate from Las Bambas
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