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EU Seeks Raw Material Self-Sufficiency, Facing 2030 Production Targets

The EU aims to boost domestic production of critical raw materials to reduce reliance on single-source countries, setting targets for extraction, processing, and recycling by 2030. However, experts question the feasibility of these goals.

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Strickland Metals Finds High-Grade Gold at Serbian Gradina Prospect

Strickland Metals discovered a thick, high-grade gold hit of 62.7 meters at 3.5 g/t gold at its Gradina prospect within the Rogozna project in Serbia, significantly expanding the known mineralization and boosting the project's resource potential.

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Sarytogan Graphite Achieves >90% TGC Concentrate Grade in Kazakhstan

Sarytogan Graphite's metallurgical testing of its Central zone in Kazakhstan yielded a concentrate grade exceeding 90% TGC, surpassing previous results and opening opportunities for broader market access and higher prices; this higher grade is expected to improve the marketability of its Micro80C co...

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Panama's Governance Crisis: Nationwide Protests and Repression

Widespread protests in Panama against pension reforms, a US military agreement, and mine reopening have paralyzed key sectors, revealing deep-seated inequality and governmental overreach, leading to a governance crisis.

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B.C. Premier Unveils $30 Billion Critical Minerals Plan Through First Nations Partnerships

British Columbia Premier David Eby announced a plan to unlock $30 billion in critical mineral mine investments by collaborating with First Nations, prioritizing projects with pre-existing agreements, and streamlining regulatory approvals while protecting 30 percent of land and water by 2030.

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New Zealand's Mining Expansion: Economic Growth vs. Environmental Protection

New Zealand's new fast-track law is enabling a major mining expansion, prioritizing economic growth over environmental concerns and potentially threatening unique biodiversity and the country's 'clean, green' image, despite protests and concerns from environmental groups and locals.

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Life on Land
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Ontario Bill 5 Sparks First Nations Protests Amidst Fast-Tracked Passage

Ontario's Bill 5, designed to expedite large-scale projects, particularly mines, is facing strong opposition from First Nations who argue it threatens their rights and ignores their concerns, prompting protests and a fast-tracked legislative process that limits debate.

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Congo's Coltan: Poverty Amidst Global Demand

Coltan mining in Congo's North Kivu provides the rare metal essential for electronics, but miners face extreme poverty, earning only $40 monthly, amidst conflict between the Congolese government and M23 rebels, highlighting ethical and economic challenges in global supply chains.

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Aznalcóllar Mine Reopening Approved Despite Legal and Environmental Concerns

The Andalusian government approved the reopening of the Aznalcóllar mine in Seville, Spain, after a 27-year hiatus following a major environmental disaster; the €500 million project by Minera Los Frailes is expected to create thousands of jobs but faces ongoing legal challenges and environmental con...

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Javelin Minerals' Eureka Gold Project Delivers High-Grade Discoveries, Fast-Tracking Production Restart

Javelin Minerals' maiden drilling campaign at its Eureka gold project yielded significant high-grade gold intercepts (e.g., 26m at 1.36 g/t and 7.37 g/t), expanding the resource base and accelerating plans for a mining restart. The 22 RC holes (2779m) tested extensions north and south of the Eureka ...

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Ontario's Bill 5 Faces Indigenous-Led Protests Amidst Planned Amendments

Ontario's Bill 5, aiming to fast-track development by suspending provincial laws in special economic zones, faces Indigenous-led protests and potential amendments due to insufficient consultation, raising concerns about environmental protection and democratic process.

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New Zealand's Fast-Tracked Mining Plan Sparks Environmental Concerns

New Zealand plans to significantly increase mineral exports over the next decade through a fast-tracked mining process, despite environmental concerns and public protests, prioritizing economic growth and resource self-sufficiency.

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