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Mining Regulation

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 Mining regulation news provides critical coverage of the policies, laws, and permitting decisions shaping mining operations worldwide. From environmental compliance and Indigenous rights to tax codes and land use reforms, this category analyzes legal frameworks across major jurisdictions. Track how governments, courts, and international bodies are influencing mining access, project approvals, ESG standards, and corporate accountability. A vital resource for legal experts, executives, investors, and journalists following the intersection of policy and mining. Related categories: Mining Policy, Global Mining News, and M&A & Capital Markets.

Blog • Aug 17, 2023

Calls for Overhaul of Mine Regulations

In the aftermath of recent mining accidents and escalating environmental concerns, a growing number of voices are calling for an overhaul of mine regulations.

Mining Careers & Guides • Jun 26, 2023

Mineral Launches Innovative HR and Compliance

Mineral, a prominent provider of cutting-edge workforce management solutions, has unveiled its revolutionary HR and Compliance Services & Platform, which is designed to revolutionize how businesses…

Mining Technology • Apr 4, 2023

Exploring the Pros and Cons of a Carbon Tax

With the advent of scientific evidence, the discussion surrounding climate change has shifted to solutions after years of debate. The imposition of a carbon tax or…

Base Metals • Mar 25, 2023

China’s Crackdown on Cash-for-Copper Trade and

As authorities crack down on illegal mining operations and impose stricter regulations on the industry, the billion-dollar cash-for-copper trade in China has come to a grinding…

Latin America • Feb 6, 2023

New Regulations Announced by OSMRE

It has been announced that the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) will be enforcing new laws designed to encourage sustainable mining operations. This…

Critical Minerals • Dec 24, 2022

Canada’s New Critical Minerals Strategy

In an article for JD Supra, Bennett Jones opined that the Canadian government was looking at reviewing different regulatory processes in an attempt to cut back…

Rare Earths • Nov 28, 2022

Indonesia To Appeal Against WTO Ruling On

Indonesia had implemented a nickel ore export ban in 2020 in order to help its own sector. The country is expected to file an “unwinnable” appeal…

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