EU proposes to ban Russian diamonds from start of 2024
The proposal is part of a new sanctions package to curb Russia's ability to finance its invasion of Ukraine.
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Lower silver output in Peru, Mexico to drag down global production
Global mined silver production will fall 2% to 820 million ounces this year due to lower output from operations in the two countries.
Industry pens open letter to universities on the importance of materials, minerals & mining
Six organisations have signed an open letter to UK university leaders setting out the essential role of materials, minerals and mining in modern society.
Mining People: CaNickel, Magma Mining, Iamgold, Nevada Lithium, Vizsla Silver
Key moves in the mining sector.
Key improvement to lithium-air batteries unlocked
Researchers at Japan’s Tohoku University have developed a special type of porous carbon sheet which significantly improves the energy density and cycle stability in lithium-air batteries.
EV metals demand drives Anglo American’s quest for lithium
The miner, which already produces key battery metals including copper and nickel, is actively looking for lithium off-take deals.
Top court kills Colombian royalty measure worth $780 million
The fiscal reform approved last year prevented oil and coal producers from deducting royalty payments from their corporate tax liability.
Indonesia to trace nickel in bid for US critical minerals deal
Each ton of nickel ore sales will be tracked using the SIMBARA portal starting next quarter.
First Quantum, union reach deals on salaries as protests block mine access
Protests have raged for weeks against First Quantum's contract for a $10 billion copper mine.
