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Mexico’s government to fund rare earth exploration

The country sees a growing opportunity for other players beside China.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 23, 2014 | 7:13 pm

Pan American Silver expects Argentina open pit ban to be lifted this year

"We're seeing some positive developments in Argentina relative to attracting foreign investment."

Frik Els | May 22, 2014 | 6:27 pm

Canadian firms sue Barrick over divisive Pascua-Lama project

The lawsuit alleges Barrick knew or should have known that it would have to overcome significant obstacles with its $8.5bn Pascua-Lamas gold-silver project.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 22, 2014 | 6:07 pm

Pierre Lassonde: Mining cycles are good for royalty companies and investors

Director and former chairman of the World Gold Council discusses the significance of the shift in gold ownership from West to East, the problem of mining scale and the results of the industry's failure to develop new prospecting technology.

The Gold Report | May 21, 2014 | 11:03 pm

Copper miner Antofagasta optimistic despite challenging short-term market conditions

After a difficult 2013, the group says it's now in a period of consolidation, but warns it will continue to focus on reducing costs.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 21, 2014 | 2:19 pm

Barrick talking to new Chile minister to restart Pascua-Lama

"They’ve showed us their interest in solving Pascua-Lama’s problems and doing community work, which to us appears correct."

Frik Els | May 20, 2014 | 5:13 pm

Community conflict can cost miners up to $20m a week

Cost cutting by mining companies may damage the viability of advancing future projects.

Michael Allan McCrae | May 20, 2014 | 4:56 pm

Global gold, silver production to hit fresh records this year

But long-term future uncertain, reveals study.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 18, 2014 | 5:31 pm

Global mining deals picking up, but far from returning to boom times

Companies’ low valuation, the current focus on operational efficiency in the mining sector, and the chase for overseas assets by Chinese investors, are pushing deals up.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 18, 2014 | 1:59 pm

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