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Rio Tinto says Chinese now make ‘much higher quality’ mining equipment

The CEO of world number two miner Rio Tinto said the quality of Chinese mining equipment is catching up and in some instances surpassing that of the major US manufacturers.

Frik Els | December 16, 2013 | 8:13 pm

Australian coal investments at risk of becoming ‘stranded assets’ – Oxford study says

New research suggests that Australian coal's second-biggest customer, China, could be headed for a coal-free diet.

Ana Komnenic | December 15, 2013 | 7:00 pm

Grasberg lifts copper price to near 3-month high

The spot market for copper is extremely tight with premiums over 3-month contracts touching 18-month highs and Indonesia's export ban adding uncertainty.

Frik Els | December 13, 2013 | 8:22 pm

Chinese leaders rally the country behind economic reforms

Statement after annual planning meeting warns of "downward pressure" on the world's second largest economy and the need to take "bold steps" to reform industry.

Frik Els | December 13, 2013 | 6:27 pm

Explosion kills 21 in Chinese coal mine

Chinese coal mines are the 'deadliest in the world.'

Ana Komnenic | December 13, 2013 | 5:51 pm

Miners warned about Indonesia, Brazil, India and South Africa investments

Terrorism, regime instability and resource nationalism, are the main risks mining investors will face in 2014.

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 12, 2013 | 11:10 am

What hard landing? Chinese bulk trade barometer surges to 3-year high

Baltic Dry Shipping Index has surged 220% this year as the iron ore and coal trade continues to defy Chinese bears.

Frik Els | December 11, 2013 | 8:06 pm

MUST READ: Gold – the race for the world’s most seductive metal

Matthew Hart's gripping Gold chronicling the fever that has captivated the human race for more than 6,000 years at times reads more like a thriller.

Frik Els | December 10, 2013 | 12:40 am

Chinese coal producers say their industry is strong

Despite its very publicized attacks on coal, China may not be headed towards a coal-free future - not even close.

Ana Komnenic | December 9, 2013 | 11:53 pm

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