Global warming has raised the economic status and political importance of critical minerals, but with that also comes an increased risk of resource nationalism across the globe.

Global silver demand is poised to soar in the next decade, driven by emerging technologies like electric vehicles and solar power.

“Some investors may be interpreting that the more moderate candidates have a better chance of performing well in the upcoming elections,” analyst said.

Talks are focusing on enabling Codelco’s Andina mine and Anglo’s Los Bronces to tap rich ore grades sitting between the two operations.

The resurrection of the former Ford plant represents the grand industrial ambitions of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.