September 21, 2023

Indonesia extends validity of mining production plans to three years

Indonesia will allow mining production plans to stay valid for three years with immediate effect.

September 20, 2023

Cleveland-Cliffs clashes with US Steel as sale process gets underway

US Steel has not opened its books to Cliffs even as it accepts initial bids this week, because Cliffs will not agree to its conditions, sources say.

September 20, 2023

Barrick says big miners show interest in Pakistan copper project

The $7 billion Reko Diq project in Balochistan boasts one of the world’s largest copper deposits.

September 20, 2023

Cameco shares surge on uranium prices as governments warm to nuclear power

With its one-time pariah commodity back in vogue, one of Canada’s biggest mining companies is reaching valuations not seen in more than 15 years.

September 20, 2023

Congo sees expanded UAE mining investment, seeks Inga partners

The plans signal an openness to new investors beyond the Chinese and European companies.

September 20, 2023

Russia becomes UAE’s top gold source after being shut out of west

The UAE has long been a key hub for precious metals, particularly from Africa and India.

September 20, 2023

China exported no germanium, gallium in Aug after export curbs

In July, China announced restrictions on the export of eight gallium and six germanium products.

September 20, 2023

Uranium primed to extend rally on resurgent nuclear power, say analysts

Uranium spot prices are expected to climb to $75-$80 a pound by end-December.

September 20, 2023

US missing out on Namibia’s hydrogen, mineral boom, Geingob says

German officials visited Namibia in December and considered investing there as they search for new energy sources.

September 20, 2023

Looming strike by miners raises worry about India coal supplies

Coal India is facing a potential three-day strike across its core and subsidiary units.