A potential strike would not begin until at least August, which is when the current Escondida workers’ contract expires.

China will step up adjustments on the trade and stockpiling of commodities and reinforce inspections on both the spot and futures markets, state broadcaster CCTV reported.

Across the Andes in San Juan, the Swedish-Canadian group is in talks with Argentine officials about a multibillion-dollar project.

Although designated a critical mineral by both the United States and China, tin has a habit of sliding between the gaps of the decarbonisation narrative.

Oil, as well as iron and iron ore boosted cargo movement in the first quarter.

Price surged amid speculation that smelters in China’s Yunnan province are reducing output due to a power shortage.

Meanwhile, it has yet to decide whether to restart a sales process for its 80% stake in the Zafranal copper mine in Peru.