Focus on Minerals
Chinese mining firm subsidiary disputes Ottawa’s review of Peruvian gold mine deal
A subsidiary of a Chinese state-owned mining firm says Canada is wrongly considering national security review in its Peruvian mine purchase
Thousands demand halt to Rio Tinto’s lithium project in Serbia
Tens of thousands of people gathered in central Belgrade on Saturday demanding a halt to Rio Tinto's lithium project in Western Serbia
Mining the gap: Striking a balance en route to net zero
As demand for critical minerals grows with the shift to cleaner energy, mining's dual role in resource supply and emissions is under scrutiny.
Why relying on technology to keep ASEAN’s coal plants running is risky
The Conversation: ASEAN countries can phase out coal gradually, but reliance on clean coal and carbon capture may delay more effective solutions.
Residents of Serbia’s lithium-rich region vow to block EU-backed mining
Thousands are expected to show for a major rally this Saturday in Belgrade, calling for a law to ban lithium mining in Serbia
Chile’s largest steelmaker suspends production, blames China
The Huachipato plant suspended operations, citing financial challenges despite tariffs on Chinese steel.
BHP mulling sale of gold, copper mines in Brazil: report
BHP is considering selling Brazilian copper and gold assets acquired from Oz Minerals, with Banco Santander advising.
Poland drafting plan to reduce Oder river salinity, minister says
Desalination installations planned to reduce Oder river pollution caused by coal mining waste.
Australia’s lithium industry seen bearing brunt of supply cuts
Downturn in prices for EV battery material sends Australian lithium industry reeling with more producers reviewing operations.
China July copper imports decline on weak demand; Jan-July up
Chinese copper imports down as consumption slows and high domestic production increases stocks.
