AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCommunity and Environment: Catanduanes’ Catholic diocese called for a moratorium on mining projects that threaten lives, water and livelihoods, citing concerns over proposed coal mining and deaths in gold-mining areas. Mining Oversight: Armenia plans to launch an online system to track mining risks and impacts from 2029, as officials debate how to attract investment while strengthening regulation. New Projects: Tanzania’s state mining corporation plans two gold mines and a graphite mine, with exploration under way at its Kigosi gold project. African Investment: The Africa Finance Corporation is considering a dedicated exploration investment company to help address the continent’s funding gap. Industry Moves: Exiro Nickel has completed its acquisition of Manitoba’s Thompson Mine Complex, while BHP plans to cut 300 jobs at its Pilbara iron-ore operations. Enforcement: Congo detained hundreds of Chinese nationals in a crackdown on alleged illegal mining in its copper belt.
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