Brazil prosecutors call for halt on lithium mining in Minas Gerais
The National Mining Agency has 20 days to assess current permits and will not issue new ones until consultations are carried out.
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Nickel price gains after Indonesia seizes part of giant mine
A government task force took control on Thursday of about 148 hectares of the operation owned by PT Weda Bay Nickel.
MMG’s $500M nickel deal with Anglo American faces EU doubts
The miner confirmed that EU antitrust officials raised concerns about its Chinese ownership but is confident the deal will clear.
Giant Imboo emerald leads Gemfields’ $32M auction comeback
The standout was the 11,685-carat 'Buffalo' emerald, which sold for an estimated $1.9 million, though the price wasn't revealed.
Lundin Gold announces leadership transition
CEO Ron Hochstein will step down after ten years, to be replaced by Jamie Beck, former CEO of Filo Corp.
Thai gold demand seen soaring as strong currency adds to allure
Gold demand, excluding central bank purchase, is set to climb 10% this year to 53.7 tons, according to the Thai Futures Exchange.
Vale receives operating license for key iron ore project
The project involves expanding the annual capacity of the S11D mine-plant by 20 million metric tons.
Canada launches fast-track reviews for major mines and energy projects
McIlvenna Bay and Red Chris among first five projects to move under Ottawa’s new framework.
Anglo-Teck deal hinges on troubled copper mine in Chile
Quebrada Blanca is at the heart of one of the mining industry’s most ambitious combinations.
