Zijin in talks to buy $6.4 billion China lithium miner Zijin, a global powerhouse in copper and gold, is advancing its push into the lithium sector with the potential acquisition of Zangge Mining. Cecilia Jamasmie | January 10, 2025 | 3:44 am
Canada disputes Trump’s claims of resource independence Energy Minister Jonathan Wilkinson said Trump’s assertion that America doesn't need anything from Canada was “simply false.” Cecilia Jamasmie | January 9, 2025 | 4:12 am
Gemfields faces 21% tax as Zambia reinstates export duty Combined with an existing 6% mineral royalty tax, the 15% export duty on emeralds represents a significant tax burden for Gemfields. Cecilia Jamasmie | January 8, 2025 | 3:45 am
Lithium Americas raises Thacker Pass reserves, names new CFO The Thacker Pass lithium project is slated to open later this decade and be a key supplier to JV partner General Motors. Cecilia Jamasmie | January 7, 2025 | 5:08 am
Codelco’s copper production edges higher in 2024 — Chairman Chairman Maximo Pacheco said output rose by 3,000 to 4,000 tonnes from 2023's 1.325 million tonnes in a "turnaround" year. Cecilia Jamasmie | January 6, 2025 | 5:48 am
Barrick to halt Mali mine amid fresh export restrictions Barrick is now banned from exporting gold from Loulo-Gounkoto's stock on site, which further disrupts normal operations. Cecilia Jamasmie | January 6, 2025 | 3:44 am
