Decision was the final hurdle for BHP to acquire OZ Minerals and follows a positive vote from the target company's shareholders.

The three global miners are among at least six companies that have reportedly approached Teck on transactions post-split.

The Environment and Natural Resources Commission is expected to submit the draft opinion of the reform for discussion on Monday.

The Venezuelan military destroyed what they call a “logistic system” of illegal mining in the Yapacana national park.

CIC, which holds slightly over 10% of Teck’s Class B shares, says Glencore's bid would allow for a cleaner exit for investors.

The California-based company will test its technique for refining platinum from a sample of asteroid-like material, while in orbit.