Russell: Robust China coal demand amid Australia import ban fuels price rally

OceanaGold Corp. says its mines will produce a total of between 500,000 and 550,000 ounces of gold and 14,000 to 15,000 tonnes of copper this year.

Growing levels of public sector corruption can stifle a country’s economic growth while also chipping away at political freedom.

Wood Mackenzie forecasts that global lead production will increase in 2019 by about 250 kt.

A key asset is the Oyu Tolgoi copper project in Mongolia, which will partially diversify the miner's earnings away from iron ore.

Paul D. Mitchell has been named the new EY global sector leader for mining and metals.

"A First Nations' voice to parliament is a meaningful step towards reconciliation," BHP Chief Executive Officer Andrew Mackenzie said.

The loss of about 40 million tonnes of annual supply is expected to boost demand for Australian ore.

Repair work in the fourth quarter slightly impacted production, but that was more than offset by surging vanadium prices as demand for the metal grows.

UNDP says the Colluli potash project has the potential to significantly boost Eritrea’s economy and advance the country’s sustainable development agenda.