November 9, 2023

Rage against copper producer roils markets, Panama government

Panama has been one of the fastest-growing economies in the Americas this century but expectations have also risen.

November 3, 2023

First Quantum shares up as Panama Congress leaves contract intact

Cobre Panama has not stopped producing copper despite recent protests and blockades, though it has faced disruptions.

November 2, 2023

Panama Supreme Court to decide First Quantum’s contract fate

Modified law, however, will ban all future mining concessions, including exploration, extraction and transportation of minerals, as well as contract renewals in Panama.

November 2, 2023

Panama Congress decides fate of First Quantum mine contract 

Vote on bill revoking the 20-year contract with First Quantum and halting all future mining concessions in Panama happening today.

November 1, 2023

First Quantum faces rocky road as Panama protesters dig in

Investors wiped out about $6 billion, or 48%, from the company's market value this week.

November 1, 2023

First Quantum shares down 50% as Panama Congress committee OKs referendum

Bill has cleared the first hurdle to becoming a law that allows national referendum on the contract covering Cobre Panama copper mine.

October 31, 2023

Panama’s investor-friendly image at risk from anti-mining rage

First Quantum’s troubles are playing out in a country led by one of the most pro-business governments in the region.

October 31, 2023

First Quantum shares extend slide, company says committed to rule of law

Electoral court stated that it cannot organize a referendum regarding the Panama copper mine, as requested by President Cortizo.

October 30, 2023

Panama electoral court says it can’t hold a mine referendum

President Laurentino Cortizo said on Sunday Panama would hold a referendum to decide whether to scrap a contract with First Quantum.

October 30, 2023

Fortuna Silver wins another court decision in Mexico, has San Jose EIA reinstated

In its ruling on Monday, the Federal Administrative Court dismissed the allegations contained in the annulment resolution.