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Mining sector reforms will prove limited in Brazil

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BRAZIL

Outlook for the mining sector.

Export controls on metals will benefit Chinese firms

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CHINA

The new regulation’s "national security" justification reflects the increasing resort worldwide to weaponising international trade for political goals and will reinforce efforts…

New Brazil mining code may bring further uncertainty

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BRAZIL

The new mining code.

Ontario-Ottawa frictions will likely grow in Canada

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CANADA

There are some concerns about how well-developed PC policy and fiscal plans are. The left-wing New Democratic Party (NDP) is now Ontario’s official opposition and has four years…

Peru's formalisation of small mining is long-term task

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PERU

Informal mining accounts for a large proportion of employment in an industry otherwise dominated by large-scale capital-intensive operations. Most small-scale miners are engaged…

War risks may disrupt minor commodities' global supply

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INTERNATIONAL

Possible supply disruptions for sensitive commodities.

Extractives transparency gathers pace in the West

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INTERNATIONAL

Developments on transparency in the extractives sector.

Automotive output is falling but innovation is rising

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INTERNATIONAL

Inflation will weaken disposable income, but pent-up demand will remain strong, pushing prices and profits to record levels. Meanwhile, auto makers will continue to invest heavily…

Arevalo seeks Guatemala mining harmony and prosperity

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GUATEMALA

The sector will nevertheless remain mired in uncertainty for some time to come due to grassroots opposition, government efforts to overhaul sector regulations, and mining…

Commodities drive Brazil's record trade surplus

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BRAZIL

The trade surplus surpassed USD61bn, and another new record high is expected this year. However, results have been mainly boosted by sharp increases in commodity prices, the…