China’s SDIC in advanced talks for significant stake in Thai potash mineA deal for Asia Pacific Potash could be worth at least $400 million.Bloomberg News | May 20, 2024 | 9:47 am
South Korea said to build lithium reserves to aid battery sectorIts trade ministry unveiled a plan in March to invest…Bloomberg News | May 20, 2024 | 9:32 am
US lukewarm on G7 Russian diamond ban after industry backlashBan aims to curb another revenue stream for Russia.Reuters | May 17, 2024 | 7:21 am
Tin prices may see further support from supply risks, rate cuts, analysts say BMI analysts increased their 2024 tin price forecast, but predicted prices could ease to around $26,000 to $32,000 a ton in the coming months. Reuters | May 16, 2024 | 9:32 am
Global coal phase-out to cost between $200 billion, $2 trillion – study Over $200 billion will be given as compensation to workers and local communities affected by coal phase-out programs globally. Staff Writer | May 16, 2024 | 5:38 am
Coal India, NMDC exploring lithium mines overseas The Indian mines ministry is also encouraging other state-owned companies to scout for critical minerals overseas. Reuters | May 15, 2024 | 7:41 am
Vale Indonesia granted mining permit extension to 2035 Special licence is part of a wider deal that will see state-owned holding MIND ID become PT Vale’s largest shareholder, with 34% ownership. Staff Writer | May 15, 2024 | 5:21 am
Korea Zinc sees US opportunities as it targets big copper growth The company is looking to increase its copper production to 150,000 tons a year by 2028 from around 30,000 tons in 2023. Bloomberg News | May 14, 2024 | 9:08 am
Indonesia adds nickel parks worth nearly $40 billion to strategic plan The parks will produce mixed hydroxide precipitate and nickel and cobalt sulphate, used in the making of EV batteries. Reuters | May 14, 2024 | 7:41 am
OceanaGold Philippines’ shares drop on market debut after IPO The gold and copper miner's IPO was to comply with a regulatory requirement for its operations in northern Philippines. Reuters | May 13, 2024 | 6:49 am
Philippines eyes boost to nickel processing capacity The Southeast Asian nation is looking to follow neighbouring Indonesia, which lured major investment in processing plants for its huge deposits. Reuters | May 10, 2024 | 8:16 am
Rio Tinto has not ruled out bid for Anglo American — report While Rio has a smaller market capitalization than rival BHP, it's large enough to make an all-share offer for some or all of Anglo American. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 10, 2024 | 6:45 am