Opinion: Tariffs on minerals from China are not enough
Critical minerals consultant argues Western countries need duties on all minerals produced by Chinese-linked entities.
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Bullion has remained strong despite the anticipated timing of the Fed’s pivot being pushed back.
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Drill results appear to have been manipulated since Red Pine acquired the Wawa gold project in 2014.
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US Comex copper May futures hit a record peak of $5.18 a lb.
Iron ore price slides as prospects of softening demand, Biden’s new China tariff weigh
US President Joe Biden on Tuesday unveiled steep tariff increases on an array of Chinese imports.
Coal India, NMDC exploring lithium mines overseas
The Indian mines ministry is also encouraging other state-owned companies to scout for critical minerals overseas.
EU to call for mineral projects, eyes joint purchases
The EU Critical Raw Materials Act is designed to guarantee a supply of lithium, copper and other minerals for green technologies.
Gold-infused sensor effectively detects presence of fentanyl
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Vale Indonesia granted mining permit extension to 2035
Special licence is part of a wider deal that will see state-owned holding MIND ID become PT Vale’s largest shareholder, with 34% ownership.
