New Philippines mining tax sees 10-fold revenue increase
Foreign investment has halved in two years and far-reaching amendments to 1995 mining law not likely to encourage new projects.
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Glencore Xstrata shelves $139 million copper mine expansion project
Company confirmed Wednesday it had dismissed contractor Macmahon Holdings, which was hired for the project.
Marine experts demand Australia stop reef mine, ports plans
More than 150 scientists from 33 institutions signed a letter warning the Australian government of the mounting threats to the Great Barrier Reef from new coal ports and other industrial projects.
Mongolia shakes its ‘Asia’s mineral state’ reputation, pushes renewables
Government will also introduce new environmental laws.
Kenya to revoke controversial mining tax
New president and his administration are planning to revoke rules passed in 2012, which impose 35% local equity shareholding in the country’s mining licences.
Dilbert cartoon calls out Krugman
Penchant for engaging in vitriol.
South Africa labour minister feeling pressure over Lonmin killing, talks to unions
Pressure on the government to find solutions is mounting.
Glencore gives contractor the boot on New South Wales project
Contractor Macmahon is seeking clarification for the decision.
Road blockade forces Rio Alto to suspend production at its Peruvian mine
Local activists are protesting the Peruvian judicial system, the local district attorney and the state police force.
