US, Ukraine critical minerals deal hits last-minute snag
The deal, originally expected to be signed on Wednesday, gives the US preferential access to new Ukrainian natural resources.
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Record gold prices help keep China’s copper smelters going despite losses
Surging prices for gold and other byproducts are keeping China's copper smelters afloat.
Zijin Mining eyes gold unit spin-off with Hong Kong listing
Zijin Mining plans to list overseas gold assets in Hong Kong under a new subsidiary, Zijin Gold International.
Botswana economy hit hard as diamond slump deepens
Botswana plans spending cuts amid falling diamond demand and a widening deficit, while seeking a larger stake in De Beers.
Codelco chairman says April copper output up, sees strong US and China demand
Codelco previously said uncertainty around tariffs had prompted more copper shipments to the United States.
Vale checking alternatives for nickel assets amid challenging scenario
The nickel market is oversupplied due to output from Indonesia, says Vale CEO.
Sierra Madre shifts to producer as it restarts Coloso mine in Mexico
The milestone was achieved 7 months early with minimal investment by reactivating 12 km of workings acquired from First Majestic Silver.
Defense Metals inks agreement with potential partner for Wicheeda REE project
The Wicheeda deposit in British Columbia is estimated to contain over 34 million tonnes of measured and indicated resources grading 2.02% total rare earth oxides.
District Metals says Viken ranks No. 2 for uranium resource
A new estimate for project in Sweden raises uranium resources so much it’s now the world’s second largest deposit of the nuclear metal, company says.