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Column: Global seaborne iron ore had a good 2024, but it’s all China

The world's imports increased a modest 3.6% to a record high in 2024, however the boost was nearly totally driven by China.

Reuters | January 9, 2025 | 7:14 am

Canada disputes Trump’s claims of resource independence

Energy Minister Jonathan Wilkinson said Trump’s assertion that America doesn't…

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 9, 2025 | 4:12 am

China becomes world’s second-largest holder of lithium reserves, Xinhua reports

China's lithium reserves have risen from 6% to 16.5% of…

Reuters | January 8, 2025 | 7:05 am

Trudeau to resign ahead of vote this year likely to elect conservative Poilievre

Poilievre, the Conservative Party leader, has criticized current permitting delays…

Colin McClelland - The Northern Miner | January 6, 2025 | 10:12 am

Barrick to halt Mali mine amid fresh export restrictions

Barrick is now banned from exporting gold from Loulo-Gounkoto's stock…

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 6, 2025 | 3:44 am

Column: Bleak times for copper smelters as conversion fees slump

The benchmark smelter treatment charges for next year have been set by Chilean copper miner Antofagasta and China's Jiangxi Copper.

Reuters | December 13, 2024 | 11:58 am

Economics, not regulation, the main reason behind delay in British Columbia’s mines, study shows

Regulation was a factor in only three of the 20 delayed projects that have received environmental certificates since 1995.

Staff Writer | December 11, 2024 | 12:28 pm

South32 eyes Alaska’s copper under potential Trump policy changes

Approval of Ambler Mining District road would allow South32 and Trilogy Metals to mine high-grade copper from their assets.

MINING.com Editor | December 11, 2024 | 6:15 am

Mexico to review bill to ban open pit mining

The controversial bill, approved by the lower chamber of Congress in August, would also prohibit fracking and restrict water usage.

Staff Writer | December 11, 2024 | 3:32 am

Gold price hits 2-week high on renewed China purchases, Syria regime collapse

The People’s Bank of China – a major buyer of the metal – announced that it has resumed purchases after a six-month hiatus.

Staff Writer | December 9, 2024 | 9:18 am

China’s metal dominance

Washington has finally begun to recognize its critical minerals vulnerability.

Rick Mills - Ahead of the Herd | December 6, 2024 | 12:44 pm

Rattled by China, West scrambles to rejig critical minerals supply chains

China's trade restrictions on strategic minerals are starting to hit Western companies where it hurts.

Reuters | December 6, 2024 | 10:32 am

Friend to foe: Mali wants to arrest CEO who made it billions

In Mali and beyond, Bristow has established a reputation for thriving in African jurisdictions considered overly risky by many rivals.

Bloomberg News | December 6, 2024 | 3:26 am

Budget allocated to grassroots exploration at all-time low – S&P Global

S&P analyst says explorers are transitioning to a more risk-averse stance, with increased focus on existing mines.

Staff Writer | December 5, 2024 | 2:51 pm

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