New gold and copper deposits found in India

The charges could carry a fine of nearly 17 billion pesos ($17.17 million).

The legislation will grant the Salvadoran government sole authority over mining activities within the country's land and maritime territory.

The 36-month agreement will start on May 1, 2025.

Rival Young Poong and private equity firm MBK Partners have been trying to take over the world's biggest zinc refiner.