Rare earths and the opportunity for Chile
Under the agreement reached, China has committed to supplying all necessary rare earth minerals, as well as finished magnets, to … Read More
“Plusmining’s CEO questions the role of lithium in Chile’s future income”
Juan Carlos Guajardo, Executive Director of Plusmining, comments on the latest developments regarding rare earths, lithium, and illegal mining in … Read More
Expert on ruling in favor of Dominga: “the Country’s credibility is at stake”
Juan Carlos Guajardo, founder and executive director of Plusmining, commented on the decision of the First Environmental Court of Antofagasta, … Read More
Copper mining costs in Chile have increased more than in the rest of the world
Experts point out that higher costs are due to older copper deposits, as well as environmental regulations and operational requirements … Read More
Codelco managed to halt production decline in 2024, but its gap with Escondida shrinks to a historic low
In 2024, the state-owned company recorded a total of 1.422 million tons of copper, a minimal drop of just 0.1%. … Read More