Asia Pacific • Aug 13, 2025
Bailout Without a Plan? The Missed Chances in
The Nyrstar bailout Australia saves jobs but risks locking in outdated smelting capacity.
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Africa • Aug 13, 2025
The Hidden Risks in South Africa’s Mining
South Africa’s June 2025 mining rebound masks deeper policy risks that could reshape U.S. mining strategy.
Asia Pacific • Aug 12, 2025
Madhya Pradesh Gold Mine Discovery Could Shift
Key Takeaways GSI confirms gold-bearing soil in Mahgawan Keolari, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. Discovery could influence global gold supply and reduce India’s import reliance. Potential reserves span…
Asia Pacific • Aug 11, 2025
India’s Critical Minerals Strategy: Legislative Overhaul
Key Takeaways Legislative overhaul: Amendments to the MMDR Act will enable state funding for overseas acquisitions of critical minerals. Funding source: The ₹6,000 crore National Mineral…
Africa • Aug 6, 2025
Glencore Cobalt Export Ban Threatens 2025 Sales
Glencore warns it may be unable to sell much of its 2025 cobalt output due to DRC’s extended export ban.
Europe • Aug 6, 2025
Germany Geothermal Energy Push Accelerates
Germany fast-tracks geothermal permitting under sweeping law to cut fossil-based heating by 2045
Base Metals • Aug 5, 2025
Guinea Bauxite Concession Revoked: UAE Miner
Guinea revokes UAE bauxite license, deepening state grip over strategic mineral resources.
Gold • Jul 31, 2025
Cartels Exploit Mexico Mercury Trade to Fuel Illegal Gold
Criminal cartels are driving a toxic surge in the Mexico mercury trade, exploiting weak oversight to supply Latin America’s illegal gold mines.
Investment & Project Finance • Jul 26, 2025
Canada Mining Finance Surges to $7.7B in 2024
Canada mining finance returns to global leadership in 2024, raising $7.7B across TSX and TSXV. But structural cracks in capital markets pose long-term challenges.
Asia Pacific • Jul 22, 2025
Jharkhand Launches India’s First Mining
India's first mining tourism project kicks off in Jharkhand, offering rare public access to active coal mines and heritage routes.
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