Column: Panama copper drama another ESG flash-point for miners

How First Quantum’s $10 billion copper mine went from promised economic boom to cause of mass popular unrest is a story peculiar to Panama but one that has a moral for the global mining industry.

Reuters | November 14, 2023 | 11:23 am

First Quantum cuts back on ore processing amid port blockades

The company said the blockade of small boats at the mine's Punta Rincon port has affected the delivery of supplies.

Staff Writer | November 13, 2023 | 8:38 am

Ganfeng open to Mexico venture on canceled lithium mine

Ganfeng is attempting to navigate President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador’s statist approach in Mexico’s nascent lithium sector.

Bloomberg News | November 10, 2023 | 10:50 am

Jiangxi Copper boosts stake in First Quantum

The Chinese miner grew its interest in First Quantum to 18.5% from 18.3%, after buying a total of 1.35 million shares this week.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 9, 2023 | 10:01 am

Ganfeng indefinitely postpones Mexican lithium target date amid gov’t spat

Decision follows Mexico's notice to Ganfeng's local subsidiaries in August cancelling nine of its concessions in the country.

Reuters | November 9, 2023 | 8:32 am

Rage against copper producer roils markets, Panama government

Panama has been one of the fastest-growing economies in the Americas this century but expectations have also risen.

Bloomberg News | November 9, 2023 | 8:30 am

First Quantum shares up as Panama Congress leaves contract intact

Cobre Panama has not stopped producing copper despite recent protests and blockades, though it has faced disruptions.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 3, 2023 | 9:20 am

Panama Supreme Court to decide First Quantum’s contract fate

Modified law, however, will ban all future mining concessions, including exploration, extraction and transportation of minerals, as well as contract renewals in Panama.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 2, 2023 | 4:24 pm

Panama Congress decides fate of First Quantum mine contract

Vote on bill revoking the 20-year contract with First Quantum and halting all future mining concessions in Panama happening today.

Staff Writer | November 2, 2023 | 8:05 am

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