This edition classifies information by types of deposits and is unique in that it carries a vast amount of new information and knowledge - consolidating data from hundreds of public sources.
Peruvian President Martin Vizcarra says his government will likely pass laws within six months needed to tap a new lithium and uranium deposit, removing a major hurdle for Canadian miner Plateau Energy Metals' proposed $800 million mine.
Mining companies around the globe are joining an industrywide push for gender equality and launching initiatives to increase the proportion of women working in mine pits, smelters and refineries.
The market research firm states that despite coal being an increasingly targeted commodity on environmental protection grounds, the demand remains strong.
Shandong's Environmental Protection Bureau said it would cut pig iron production capacity by 600,000 tonnes and crude steel by 3.55 million tonnes by the end of this year.