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U.S. Issues New Venezuela Related General Licenses for Critical Minerals
March 30, 2026
The United States has issued new Venezuela-related general licenses aimed at facilitating investment and operations linked to critical minerals, signaling a regulatory opening toward the South American country’s mining sector. The measures were announced on March 27, 2026, by the
Venezuelan Lawmakers Debate Proposed Bill to Attract Crucial Foreign Investment
March 27, 2026
Venezuelan lawmakers on Monday began debating a bill proposed by acting President Delcy Rodríguez to regulate the country’s mining industry and create conditions to attract crucial foreign investment. The bill aims to generate confidence among foreign investors, many of whom
Albemarle Initiates Environmental Review for Chile’s First Direct Lithium Extraction Project
March 26, 2026
Albemarle Corporation has submitted the environmental impact assessment (EIA) for the Transition to Direct Lithium Extraction (TED) Project, an initiative aimed at advancing efficient and sustainable lithium production in the Salar de Atacama in Chile. Using direct lithium extraction (DLE) technology,
Lake Victoria Gold Advances Tembo Project with Tanzania Government Participation
March 25, 2026
Lake Victoria Gold released an update on its Tembo Project in northwestern Tanzania, following recent engagement with the Tanzanian Mining Commission regarding implementation of the government’s statutory participation. The company’s Tanzanian subsidiary has received formal notice from the Mining Commission
Datamine Expands Global University Partnerships to Support Future Mining Talent
March 24, 2026
Datamine is strengthening partnerships with universities worldwide to help build future-ready mining professionals. By supporting initiatives that develop industry-ready mining competencies, Datamine is empowering the next generation with real, hands-on experience starting with access to real-world tools, industry-standard workflows, and
Almonty Restarts Its Sangdong Tungsten Mine After 30 Years, South Korea
March 20, 2026
Almonty Industries has restarted the Sangdong Tungsten Mine in South Korea after completing phase 1 commissioning. The return follows a 30-year hiatus. On Mar. 16, the company announced bringing the historic operation back online. Almonty will soon be processing approximately
Rio Tinto Secures $1.175 Billion Financing Package for Rincon Lithium Project, Argentina
March 19, 2026
Rio Tinto has secured a $1.175 billion financing package from four international lenders to support development of the Rincon Lithium Project in Argentina’s Salta Province. The package comprises loans from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), IDB Invest, Export Finance Australia
NSW Government Bans New Coal Mines, Existing Coal Licenses and Extensions Remain
March 19, 2026
The Minns government will no longer grant new licenses to explore for coal and open greenfield coal mines in NSW, making it the first state to explicitly ban new coal mines. The new policy announced on Thursday effectively killed nine
Toubani Resources Makes $216 Million FID on Kobada Gold Project, Commences Construction, Africa
March 18, 2026
Toubani Resources board approved the final investment decision for the Kobada Gold Project and has commenced construcion. Toubani convened the traditional and customary chiefs from the surrounding villages to mark the commencement of earthworks under the supervision of the Toubani
Rio Tinto Ships First Lithium from Rincon Project, Argentina
March 18, 2026
Rio Tinto Group has completed its first commercial shipment of lithium carbonate from the Rincon Project in Argentina, marking the mining giant’s initial step into large-scale lithium production. The cargo left the Port of Buenos Aires this week bound for
