Workers at Teck Resources’ Chile mine to go on strike
The mine, located in central Chile about 350 kilometers north of Santiago, produced about 15,000 tonnes of copper in the quarter ended June 30.
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Alamos Gold halts construction at Turkish project amid protests
Thousands of Turks, including opposition lawmakers, have been protesting against the mine, saying the company would use cyanide to extract gold, contaminating the soil and waters of a nearby dam.
Zimbabwe unveils plan for $12 billion in mineral revenue by 2023
The southern African nation sees the mining sector as the main driver for reviving an economy crippled by triple-digit inflation and high unemployment.
Australia says advancing talks with US on rare earths mines
The country wants to bolster production outside China, which dominates the output of the materials.
Drummond’s union leader attacked by gunmen in Colombia
Several criminal groups operate in the area where Ricardo Rojas was attacked.
Peruvian authorities urge people to stop blockading road used by Las Bambas
The continuous protest actions have led Minera Las Bambas to announce that probably “within a week” it will have to halt production at its namesake copper mine.
Scientist tells miners how to find gold more easily
An Australian researcher developed a data-driven solution that makes prospecting more efficient.
Ecuador’s largest copper mine curbs operations amid protests
EcuaCorriente said the closure is a precautionary measure while protests against an end to government fuel subsidies continue across the country.
Las Bambas copper mine likely to halt production within a week amid protests
Peru's largest copper minefield, has declared "partial" force majeure.
