February 5, 2025

China funnelled $57 billion to control critical mineral supply chain

A network of at least 26 state-backed banks has helped Beijing tighten its grip on critical minerals over the past two decades.

January 12, 2024

Norway just raised the stakes over deep sea mining

The Jan. 9 determination makes Norway the first country to formally authorize seabed mining activities in its waters.

January 12, 2024

China’s 2023 iron ore imports hit a record high on rising demand

The world's largest iron ore consumer brought in a total of about 1.18 billion metric tons in the past year.

January 12, 2024

China’s rare earth exports hit 5-year high on demand from EV, high-tech sectors

The world's largest producer of rare earths shipped 52,307 metric tons of the minerals abroad last year.

January 12, 2024

China copper smelter margins squeezed by tight supply of raw material

The scramble to secure supply has meant Chinese smelters have had to accept a cut in treatment charges.

January 12, 2024

Peru copper production in November up 10.9% from year ago

Peru's production boost in the month largely came from a strong performance at Anglo American's Quellaveco mine.

January 11, 2024

Does upside outweigh risk in copper rich Chile?

As supply chains tighten and long term demand drivers strengthen, resource-rich nations are looking to capture a greater share of their mineral wealth. 

January 11, 2024

Mining industry sees a way to navigate narco crisis in Ecuador

Operating mines and development projects are expected to carry on as planned after the country stepped up security measures.

January 11, 2024

Saudi Arabia’s Manara Minerals fund plans metals trading arm

Manara is in talks to potentially buy a stake in Pakistan's Reko Diq mine.

January 10, 2024

Saudi Arabia signs mining deals with four nations

The country also announced a $182 million mineral exploration incentive program.