Chile says Saudi mining minister to visit, lithium expected on agenda
Chile is the world's second-largest producer of lithium.
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Serbia to give green light for Rio Tinto’s lithium mine
The Jadar project could potentially produce 58,000 tons of lithium a year, starting in 2028.
Orano at risk of losing Niger uranium mine sought by Russia
Imouraren is one of the world’s biggest uranium deposits, with reserves estimated at 200,000 tons.
Saudi mining minister to visit Chile in July
The Middle Eastern country is interested in obtaining lithium overseas as it aims to enter the electric vehicle sector.
Royal Cornwall Museum reveals first Bronze Age tin mining tools discovered in Europe
Recent carbon dating research provides insight into the mining techniques of our ancestors.
Union at BHP copper mine in Chile accepts contract, averting strike
Earlier this week, workers and the firm reached an initial agreement that required a vote by union members to go into effect.
Frontier Lithium drills high-grade assays at Spark
The drilling is part of a larger work program that will inform a feasibility study for its PAK property next year.
Former airline manager wanted in Canada’s biggest gold heist to turn himself in — report
Former Air Canada manager wanted on charges in connection with the April 2023 theft of more than$20 million in gold from Toronto's Pearson International Airport, according to the CBC.
Congo’s Gecamines threatens to intervene in sale of cobalt firm
The DRC’s state miner said it will need to approve any acquisition of cobalt producer Chemaf Resources if the new owner wants to take over a key mining permit.
