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Xstrata Copper rethinks exploration program in light of Australian resource tax plan

International Mining | May 11, 2010 | 9:11 am Base Metals Australia Copper

Xstrata Copper’s North Queensland Division has suspended its regional exploration program in light of the Australian Government’s proposed 40% resource super profits tax (RSPT). Read more at http://www.im-mining.com/2010/05/11/xstrata-copper-rethinks-exploration-program-in-light-of-australian-resource-tax-plan/

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