According to a recent report from Argentina’s Secretariat of Mining, the global minerals market experienced significant volatility in March, reflecting a complex international backdrop shaped by macroeconomic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and shifts in trade policies among major global powers. Against this backdrop, Argentina’s Mineral Export Price Index rose 3% month-over-month, consolidating at historically high levels.

The visit took place as part of the "Open Doors" program, aimed at gaining first-hand insight into the processes and progress in sustainable mining.

From May 20 to 22, Argentina’s mining industry will experience one of its most important events of the year: Arminera 2025. Over 300 companies will take over 20,000 m² at La Rural fairgrounds in Buenos Aires to showcase the latest innovations transforming the mining ecosystem at both local and regional levels.

At a pivotal moment for copper mining in Argentina, Glencore presented the progress of the MARA Project — one of the country's most significant copper initiatives — during an institutional meeting with the Governor of Catamarca, Raúl Jalil

Catamarca plans to project its production to Asian markets and other global destinations through Chilean deep-water ports

Drilling Confirms High-Grade Secondary Enrichment Zone within Large Porphyry System

NGEx Minerals Ltd. provided the fifth update on its ongoing Phase 3 drill program at the high-grade copper-gold-silver project in San Juan province.

The junior company has received proceeds of approximately C$1,025,000.

The San Juan-based SME supplies white cement for the construction market and reagents for the mining and metallurgical sector.

The global race for copper is accelerating, with projections suggesting the world will need 70% more copper by 2050. This figure—equivalent to adding the output of 20 Escondida-sized mines each year—not only highlights the scale of the challenge but also underscores the vast opportunities for copper-producing countries, especially in South America.

The armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine represents the most significant crisis in Europe since 1945, with no end to hostilities in sight.

With the goal of securing funding for Route 66—which includes a logistical and mining component—the province is moving forward with project improvements through meetings with a World Bank mission.