Latin America mining

Venezuela has approved a sweeping new mining law aimed at opening its mineral-rich sector to foreign and private investment, marking a significant shift in the country’s economic policy. The legislation, passed by the National Assembly…

Chile’s mining sector is entering a critical phase as the government led by José Antonio Kast prepares to reshape policies affecting the country’s vast mineral resources. As the world’s largest producer of copper and a major supplier of…

Global gold major Newmont has announced plans to invest around $800 million in its Cerro Negro mining operation in Argentina, reinforcing its long-term commitment to one of its key assets in Latin America. The investment is aimed at…

BHP-backed mining company Vicuna has unveiled plans to invest $18 billion in large-scale copper development projects in Argentina, marking one of the biggest mining commitments in the country’s history. The investment will focus on…