Javier Milei and Emmanuel Macron strengthened Argentina–France cooperation on lithium and copper extraction, nuclear energy, and the Mercosur–EU trade deal during a meeting at the UN Ocean Conference in Nice, despite their opposing views on climate change.
Balochistan, Pakistan’s most resource-rich yet marginalized province, holds vast reserves of copper, gold, gas, and coal. From the giant Reko Diq project to the Sui gas fields, energy and mining define its economy—yet insecurity and exclusion continue to hinder its potential.
Argentina celebrates Mining Day with record exports and US$33B in projected investment. The industry calls for RIGI approval and infrastructure reform ahead of Arminera 2025.
The global mining industry has entered a transformative era in 2025, driven by the twin forces of resource scarcity and the green energy transition. From copper and lithium powering electric vehicles, to iron ore and coal still dominating industrial output in many regions, the world’s largest mining companies play a pivotal role in shaping the
Latin America, home to immense biodiversity and vast natural reserves, is at a historic crossroads. The global race to decarbonize economies and secure critical minerals for clean technologies has placed unprecedented attention on the region’s mining and energy sectors. With countries like Chile, Brazil, Argentina, and Mexico leading in lithium, copper, renewable power, and fossil