Salar de Atacama

Energy / Mining

Codelco-SQM Lithium Joint Venture: Chile’s Strategic Lithium Alliance

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Chile’s Codelco and SQM launch a landmark lithium joint venture in the Salar de Atacama, combining state control with private expertise. The deal boosts Chile’s global lithium leadership while prioritizing sustainability, indigenous rights, and long-term revenue.

Energy / Mining

Codelco-SQM Joint Venture for Lithium Receives Key Regulatory Approval from Chile’s FNE

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Chile’s competition authority (FNE) has approved the strategic joint venture between Codelco and SQM for lithium extraction in the Salar de Atacama. This milestone clears a key regulatory hurdle and brings the alliance one step closer to becoming a major force in the global lithium supply chain.