May 27, 2015

Romania opens door to new gold, copper project led by Canadians

This is first time Romania grants a mining license without the involvement of a state-owned enterprise.

May 27, 2015

US to miss own emissions targets: report

Necessary tougher measures are likely to meet fierce Republican opposition.

May 27, 2015

No point in top iron ore miners cutting supply: Goldman

Goldman expects the iron ore "war of attrition" will continue while prices gradually decline toward its $40 per metric ton forecast by 2017.

May 26, 2015

China eyes Canadian uranium miners — report

China needs supply for its 22 operating reactors and the other 24 currently are under construction.

May 26, 2015

Chile’s Codelco sues Vale, Brazilian Department of Mines over exploration license

After spending over US$3.3 million in exploration and development of the Liberdade copper project, Codelco is facing Vale's claims that it has an older and still valid licence for the…

May 26, 2015

China to launch $16bn gold investment fund

The entity will be run by a new company to be established by gold producers and financial institutions.

May 26, 2015

Fortescue shares skyrocket on Chinese investment rumours

The stock surged over 15% in early trade, closing at A$2.40, or 10.6% up, after reports of Chinese-linked companies seeking permission to invest in the iron ore producer.

May 26, 2015

China’s Zijin inks deals with two Canadian firms on the same day

Perhaps the most important aspect of today’s agreements is the fact that both aim to form long-term strategic partnerships to collaborate on further ventures, opening new markets for all the…

May 26, 2015

Barrick sells 50% in Papua New Guinea unit to China’s Zijin

The deal is part of a long-term strategic cooperation agreement that will see Zijin and Barrick collaborate on future projects and joint investments.

May 25, 2015

Alrosa unearths 78.02-carat diamond from its Mir mine

According to the company, the gem is estimated is worth more than $600,000 if put on auction.