The figures and challenges facing the new chairman of Codelco’s board
By Colomba Bolognesi Amid government scrutiny over the company’s situation, Bernardo Fontaine is expected to assume the chairmanship of Codelco’s … Read More
Chile bill targets mining boost, cuts taxes, speeds permits
Chile has introduced sweeping legislation to revive growth and unlock mining investment through tax cuts, labour incentives and faster permitting. … Read More
Up to 12-year permitting delays and energy prices drive up the cost of desalinated water for mining
Better management could reduce the final cost of the resource by up to 30%, according to a study by Acades … Read More
How a tax stabilization rule expands certainty for mining after the royalty
According to experts, maintaining a stable tax burden is the most important measure for mining investment promised by the “miscellaneous” … Read More
Brazil rejects ‘TerraBras’ as US minerals deal stalls
By Cecilia Jamasmie. Brazil sees no need to create a state-run critical minerals company, Industry Minister Marcio Elias Rosa said … Read More
With the largest reserves behind it, Latin America is seeking mining investment.
Bolivia and Argentina, two of the countries with the greatest mining potential worldwide, have been leaving behind their internal concerns … Read More
Executives highlight the benefits for Chile of Argentine mining investment
They view positively the opportunities for collaboration between projects or the use of Chilean infrastructure. On the other side of … Read More
Copper outlook strengthens as long-term assumptions climb
Copper price assumptions in mining studies that guide investment decisions have surged roughly 60% since 2020, signalling a structurally stronger … Read More
Argentina approves Milei glacier mining reform amid protests
By Cecilia Jamasmie Argentina’s Congress approved on Thursday a government-backed bill pushed by the country’s right-wing President Javier Milei that … Read More
The World Copper Podcast – Episode 8
This panel discussion explores the current turbulence in the global economy, geopolitical tensions, and their impact on the copper industry. … Read More
How sectors that directly impact consumers will absorb or pass on higher costs
TBoth SMEs and the mining sector are complaining about the higher costs they will have to pay. Small and medium-sized … Read More
Large mining companies push back against diesel tax change and criticize that they would bear 74% of the cost of the measure
With the measure proposed by the Government, companies in the sector would go from recovering 100% of the specific diesel … Read More
Impact of war on Chilean mining
Juan Carlos Guajardo, Executive Director of Plusmining, comments on the impact of the Iran-United States war on Chilean mining costs. … Read More
The new copper cycle and the challenges facing Chilean mining
The year 2026 is poised to be a particularly significant period for Chilean mining. Column by Juan Carlos Guajardo, CEO … Read More
Juan Carlos Guajardo, Executive Director of Plusmining, comments on the current strategic position of Chile and its mineral resources
Interview with Juan Carlos Guajardo, Executive Director of Plusmining, who discusses the strategic position of Chile and its mineral resources … Read More
Codelco monthly output dives, sowing doubts about validity of end-2025 production spike
By Fabián Cambero Chile’s state-owned copper giant Codelco has reported a sharp drop in production to start this year, leading … Read More
More questions than answers: The uncertainties raised by the Chile–U.S. Dialogue on critical minerals
The decision by Chile and the United States to initiate a dialogue mechanism on critical minerals and rare earths has … Read More
The Boric government’s optimistic latest estimate for lithium production in thecoming years
By 2035, private CEOLs, according to a report from the Ministry of Mining, will allow Chile to reach 600,000 tons … Read More