China approves first graphite export permits after rule change China started to require export permits for some graphite products from this month to protect national security. Reuters | December 14, 2023 | 6:55 am
Billionaire Adani’s new copper foray to further tighten world’s ore supply The planned start of billionaire Gautam Adani’s copper plant in India next year will spur a sharp rise in imports of concentrate. Bloomberg News | December 14, 2023 | 6:48 am
Rare earth mining growing in both China, Myanmar bordering regions Rare earth mining hasn’t decreased on China’s border with Myanmar despite government policy. Staff Writer | December 14, 2023 | 6:06 am
Gates, Bezos-backed KoBold Metals in four-continent quest for lithium The start-up is deploying AI-based technology to search for lithium in South Korea, Canada, the US, Australia and Africa. Cecilia Jamasmie | December 14, 2023 | 5:13 am
Osisko Gold Royalties sells Osisko Mining shares The Canadian royalty company sold all its shares in Osisko Mining, about 50 million, for C$132 million ($98m). Staff Writer | December 14, 2023 | 3:47 am
Five coal companies sue province of Alberta for $8 billion The companies claim the provincial government’s coal policy reforms cost them billions in lost investment and potential revenues. Staff Writer | December 13, 2023 | 4:43 pm
Fighting climate change trumps supplying minerals for energy transition — report Caliber's Mining, Metals and Minerals Global Reputation Report revealed respondents placed priority on the industry’s efforts to fight climate change over its ability to secure a steady supply of raw materials. Amanda Stutt | December 13, 2023 | 1:44 pm
Ivanhoe Mines arranges $370 million private placement The proposed financing will see Ivanhoe offer approximately 41.66 million Class A common shares for sale at C$12.00 each. Staff Writer | December 13, 2023 | 12:08 pm
Lion One drills 1,986 g/t gold at Tuvatu project in Fiji Lion One has also seen assays of 886.25 g/t, 135.60 g/t, 115.86 g/t, and more. Staff Writer | December 13, 2023 | 10:51 am