Zambia hopes mining will trigger economic revival
Zambia wants to raise copper output to about 1 million tons by 2026 and further out to 3 million tons.
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Bolivia steps up lithium dealmaking despite growing opposition
Authorities are negotiating contracts with European and Australian firms, according to president of state-owned lithium company YLB.
Fortescue, Tłı̨chǫ Government sign MOU at AME Roundup
The MOU creates the foundation for shared interests in possible future mining opportunities.
Trump’s EV rollback not expected to suppress appetite for critical minerals
Trump on Tuesday revoked predecessor Joe Biden's 2021 executive order that sought to ensure half of all new vehicles sold in the US by 2030 are electric.
Six years post fatal disaster, mines start global waste-dam body
The Global Tailings Management Institute will oversee independent audits and the certification of member companies’ facilities based on their safety and public disclosures, the founders said.
Gold price climbs as Trump stands by plans for Mexico, Canada tariffs
The possibility of both silver and gold being caught up in the sweeping tariff measures has whipsawed the market in recent weeks.
Sitka more than doubles gold count at RC property in Yukon
The Blackjack deposit now has an indicated resource of 1.29 million oz. at a gold grade of 1.01 g/t.
China may seek more coal from Mongolia as Russia’s share shrinks
China’s record coal purchases last year were driven by big increases in supplies from Australia and Mongolia.
Korea Zinc shares fall as rival faction secures court injunction
Shares in the world’s biggest zinc smelter fell 8.6% to close at the lowest since early October.
