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Mining sector reforms advance amid controversy and regulatory shifts in Latin America

Latin American mining sectors face significant regulatory changes as Ecuador advances a mining law reform aimed at streamlining approvals and curbing illegal activities, Mexico implements restrictive mining and water laws affecting concession operations, and Argentina debates a modification to the Glaciers Law potentially easing mining near sensitive ecosystems. These legislative developments highlight increasing tensions between […]

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Markets, Peru, Raw Materials

Peru Projects Copper Production of 2.8 Million TMF in 2026 with $7.6 Billion in New Mining Investments

Peru aims to increase its copper output to 2.8 million metric tonnes fine (TMF) in 2026, supported by eight new mining projects with combined investments exceeding $7.6 billion. The strategic emphasis on exploration and production growth seeks to maintain Peru’s position as the world’s second-largest copper producer amid rising global demand and regional competition. Peru’s

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Ecuador, Politics, Raw Materials

Ecuador’s legislative body advances urgent bill to reform mining and energy sectors amid environmental and sovereignty concerns

Ecuador’s National Assembly passed the first debate of the Organic Law Project aimed at strengthening strategic mining and energy sectors, signaling significant regulatory reforms to boost investment and fiscal revenues. The bill’s progression highlights tensions between economic urgency and environmental oversight, with pending clarifications on the proposed shift from environmental licenses to expedient authorizations poised

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Economy, Peru, Raw Materials

Peru Holds 28.4% of America’s Undeveloped Copper Projects, with 80% National Investment Driving Growth

Peru leads the Americas with 19 of 67 identified undeveloped copper projects, representing 28.4% of the regional total, positioning it as a key player in the global mining sector. National investment dominates with 80% of private capital originating domestically, reinforcing economic stability ahead of the World Mining Congress 2026 in Lima, where discussions will focus

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Argentina, Markets, Raw Materials

Lundin Mining to Invest $18 Billion in Vicuña Copper, Gold, and Silver Project in Argentina

Lundin Mining, in partnership with BHP through Vicuña Corp., has formalized an $18 billion investment over nine years for the Josemaría and Filo del Sol mining projects in San Juan province. The initiative, supported by Argentina’s RIGI incentives, is set to establish one of the world’s largest copper, gold, and silver deposits with production anticipated

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Chile, Markets, Raw Materials

Minera Centinela Advances Major Expansion with Autonomous Pit and Renewable-Powered Infrastructure

Minera Centinela has reached significant milestones in its large-scale expansion project, marked by the initiation of autonomous operations at its new Encuentro Sulfuros pit and the energization of the DMC substation. These developments are pivotal for the upcoming second concentrator plant and underline the company’s commitment to enhancing production capacity, operational autonomy, and sustainability in

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Ecuador, Markets, Raw Materials

Ecuador suspends illegal mining activities in Napo, Loja, and El Oro to combat environmental damage

Ecuador’s government has enforced a comprehensive suspension of mining operations in the provinces of Napo, Loja, and El Oro, targeting illegal and environmentally damaging activities. Continued interinstitutional efforts signal a robust crackdown on illicit mining with ongoing inspections, sanctions, and environmental compliance requirements set to reshape the sector in these vulnerable regions. Following a presidential

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Brazil, Raw Materials

Brazil and Russia Revive High-Level Cooperation with Focus on Trade, Fertilizers, Energy, and Industrial Investment

Brazil and Russia resumed the Bilateral High-Level Commission after an 11-year hiatus amid ongoing Western sanctions on Russia. The February 5, 2026 meeting, co-chaired by Brazil’s Vice President Geraldo Alckmin and Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, signals a strategic realignment emphasizing trade diversification, industrial partnerships, and energy cooperation, with critical attention to raw materials like

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Chile, Markets, Raw Materials

Chile’s 2026 Investment Pipeline Bolstered by Copper Projects, Renewable Energy Approvals, and Lithium Exploration

Chile’s market is gearing for substantial growth in 2026 with over USD 5.2 billion in newly approved projects spanning energy, copper mining, and lithium exploration. The nation’s strengthened environmental approvals process alongside a pro-investment government signals accelerated development and reinforces Chile’s position in the global metals and clean energy sectors. In early 2026, Chile’s Commissions

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