Mexico and Central America Top Stories

US asks Mexico to conduct review of workers’ rights at Tizapa mine

Los Mineros labor union alleges Industrias Peñoles violated workers’ freedom of association and collective bargaining rights at the company's mine in Zacazonapan.

Reuters | April 3, 2024 | 12:50 pm

Aura Minerals shares gain as miner ups gold reserves nearly 24%

The Central and South America-focused company says it added 2.4…

Henry Lazenby | April 2, 2024 | 2:55 pm

First Majestic starts selling bullion at Nevada mint facility

Inaugural production of bullion bars, branded “First Strike”, will be…

Staff Writer | March 27, 2024 | 5:11 am

Mako Mining expands into South America with deal to acquire Goldsource

This acquisition, says Mako, creates a "clear path to over…

Staff Writer | March 26, 2024 | 6:34 am

Calibre raising $74m to advance projects in Canada, US and Nicaragua

Chief among Calibre’s projects is the wholly owned Valentine open…

Staff Writer | March 20, 2024 | 11:00 am

First Quantum faces rocky road as Panama protesters dig in

Investors wiped out about $6 billion, or 48%, from the company's market value this week.

Reuters | November 1, 2023 | 3:17 pm

First Quantum shares down 50% as Panama Congress committee OKs referendum

Bill has cleared the first hurdle to becoming a law that allows national referendum on the contract covering Cobre Panama copper mine.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 1, 2023 | 6:11 am

Panama’s investor-friendly image at risk from anti-mining rage

First Quantum’s troubles are playing out in a country led by one of the most pro-business governments in the region.

Bloomberg News | October 31, 2023 | 1:06 pm

First Quantum shares extend slide, company says committed to rule of law

Electoral court stated that it cannot organize a referendum regarding the Panama copper mine, as requested by President Cortizo.

Reuters | October 31, 2023 | 7:42 am

Panama electoral court says it can’t hold a mine referendum

President Laurentino Cortizo said on Sunday Panama would hold a referendum to decide whether to scrap a contract with First Quantum.

Bloomberg News | October 30, 2023 | 12:04 pm

Fortuna Silver wins another court decision in Mexico, has San Jose EIA reinstated

In its ruling on Monday, the Federal Administrative Court dismissed the allegations contained in the annulment resolution.

Staff Writer | October 30, 2023 | 9:18 am

Panama to hold referendum on First Quantum contract, halts new projects

President Laurentino Cortizo said locals will decide on Dec. 17 whether to revoke the controversial 20-year contract.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 30, 2023 | 3:45 am

Panamanian protesters break into international port used by First Quantum Minerals

As protests continue against First Quantum’s Cobre Panamá operation, the Canadian miner asks authorities to protect its workers and facilities.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | October 29, 2023 | 12:23 pm

Panama’s top court considers lawsuit over First Quantum deal

The court said in a statement that it will issue an opinion on the lawsuit within 10 business days.

Bloomberg News | October 26, 2023 | 11:04 am

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