February 26, 2025 Panama delays copper mine decision pending social security reform But before a decision on the mine is taken, the government has to approve the preservation and safety management plan.
February 26, 2025 Barrick begins Phase 3 drilling at Pueblo Grande project in Dominican Republic The program will focus on high-priority targets identified within the Pueblo Grande Norte and Pueblo Grande Sur zones.
February 25, 2025 First Quantum steps up campaign to reopen Panama copper mine The company has switched from a low-profile approach to engaging with Panamanians.
February 21, 2025 Global exploration budgets fall as juniors tighten belts: S&P Global spending dropped 3% to $12.5 billion, S&P’s Corporate exploration strategies 2024 report shows.
February 18, 2025 Ex-Glencore, Lundin execs launch Moranda Metals The Vancouver, Canada-based private mining shell company seeks to tap into an estimated $15 billion in capital.
February 12, 2025 Mexico and US will discuss steel tariffs later this week, president says Mexico will send a message to the United States regarding the 25% tariff on steel and aluminum.
February 11, 2025 First Quantum’s final hearings on Cobre Panama copper mine moved to 2026 Proceedings has been moved to February 2026 from September 2025.
February 11, 2025 Mexico questions Trump’s ‘unfair’ steel tariffs, highlights trade deficit The steel and aluminum tariffs are set to take effect on March 12.
February 11, 2025 US tariffs would stack for Canada, official says as countries condemn Trump moves EU plans countermeasures against US tariffs.
February 11, 2025 New steel and aluminum tariff rates take effect March 12, executive orders show The full texts of the orders were not released for several hours after Trump signed them on Monday.
Copper price: Strains deepen as global smelting activity hits decade low Copper prices are under renewed pressure after satellite data showed 1.2 million tonnes of January smelter capacity outside China went idle. February 12, 2026 | 11:01 am
