The proposed Dubbo pollymetalic and rare earths mine is expected to process up to 1m tonnes of ore per year over a period of more than 75 years.

The value of metals used in batteries for the nascent electric vehicle industry measured for the first time.

The licence will allow it to continue processing rare earths at its $800 million plant in Kuantan.

The Vancouver-based company commissioned a study aimed at finding the most favourable conditions across six regions within the subcontinent.

The Canadian miner wants to test how efficient the system is when fed REE from the Bokan project in Alaska.

Last updated in 2003, the fresh set of principles respond to increased pressure for miners to carry out socially-responsible investments and operations.