September 15, 2021

China will release more metal reserves to ease supply shortage – state planner

"Currently, copper, aluminum, and zinc prices are still high," said Li Hui, an official from the National Development and Reform Commission.

September 15, 2021

Mining a ‘laggard among laggards’ on female representation – report

Women are leaving the mining industry due to few growth opportunities.

September 15, 2021

Iron ore price plunges on falling steel output

China's monthly crude steel production slipped for the third straight month to 83.24 million tonnes in August.

September 15, 2021

BHP inks supply deals for Jansen potash output

The non-binding agreements with major importers would cover 100% of future potash production from the Canadian mine.

September 15, 2021

EU to suspend planned tariffs on Chinese aluminum, lobby group says

The European Union is set to impose duties on aluminum from China in October, only to suspend them for nine months.

September 15, 2021

Chile lowers copper price estimate for 2021 on weak demand, US stimulus

The world's top copper producing nation expects the metal to average $4.20 per pound this year, from a previous estimate of $4.30 per pound.

September 14, 2021

China’s coal output edges up in August as mines reopen

Coal production over the first eight months of 2021 was 2.6 billion tonnes, up 4.4% on year.

September 14, 2021

Iron ore price down on fears of regulatory controls

China's southwest Yunnan province asked local producers to restrict output on steel, aluminum and other materials.

September 14, 2021

China backs Congo’s ban on 6 small Chinese mining companies

The move comes as Democratic Republic of Congo's President Felix Tshisekedi increases scrutiny of Chinese mining activities.

September 14, 2021

China has “too many” EV companies, minister says

Industry and Information Technology Minister, Xiao Yaqing, said the government will encourage consolidation.