Central and South America
Chile sees interest from Rio Tinto, LG, BYD and others for Altoandinos lithium site
Twelve companies, including Rio Tinto, BYD, and LG Energy, submitted proposals to develop a lithium project in Chile's Altoandinos salt flats, ENAMI announced.
Brazil judge blocks paving of highway through heart of Amazon rainforest
The judge halted the BR-319 highway paving in the Amazon, citing deforestation fears, overturning Bolsonaro’s plan.
Brazil govt mulls ‘tougher measures and sanctions’ on Vale, minister says
Brazil's government considers tougher sanctions on Vale due to its "arrogant" stance and delays in reparations over the 2015 dam disaster, says Mines...
First Quantum copper mine not on govt agenda this year, Panama’s Mulino says
President Mulino of Panama said issues surrounding the shuttered copper mine will not be addressed until early 2025.
Analysis: Whoever wins election, Venezuela faces natural gas problem
Venezuela faces critical gas shortages despite vast reserves, with upcoming elections intensifying debate over privatization and investment to revive production.
First Quantum CEO does not see Cobre Panama mine re-opening this year
The mine is not in production since November 2023 when the Panama government ordered the shutdown due to protests over environmental issues.
Embraer’s Eve rolls out flying taxi prototype, cash needs covered until 2027
Electric aircraft maker Eve has showcased the full-scale prototype of its "flying taxi," as the company aims to enter service in 2026
Oil-tainted lake a symptom, and symbol, of Venezuela’s collapse
An oil slick on Lake Maracaibo's shores symbolizes Venezuela's economic collapse and the struggles faced by locals as the petroleum industry declines.
Colombia’s Ecopetrol in talks to buy $3.6 billion CrownRock stake from Occidental
Colombia's Ecopetrol said on Friday that it is in talks with US oil major Occidental Petroleum to possibly buy a stake in CrownRock.
