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.
José Cepeda, CEO of Minera Sud Argentina S.A., discusses the ongoing work at Chita to determine whether another deposit could be added to the project located in the Iglesia Department of San Juan province.
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The Catamarca-based mining project has launched a comprehensive infrastructure plan in the department of Santa María, with an investment of ARS 600 million aimed at improving water access for local livestock production.
Verónica Soria, Minister of Labor, Planning and Human Resources of the Province of Catamarca, emphasized the government's commitment to promoting genuine employment through targeted training programs aimed at meeting mining sector demand.
A new technical training opportunity has been introduced in the Department of Andalgalá, Catamarca Province, with the official launch of the Drilling Assistant Training Course.
The town of Medanitos is benefiting from a comprehensive mining training program.
Argentina’s economy is at a pivotal crossroads. Amid ongoing reforms, a still-fragile financial landscape, and growing expectations for global reintegration, stability has become a critical need—especially for strategic sectors like mining. In this context, the 12th edition of Expo EFI, taking place on April 29–30 at the Buenos Aires Convention Center, stands out as a key platform to understand where the country’s economic direction is headed.
Field activities are progressing well at the copper-gold project located in San Juan province, including drilling results, PEA and Earn-In Agreement with Sibanye Stillwater.
Gold Equivalent Ounce ("GEO") Production of 11,163 GEO for the 1st Quarter (Q1) 2025. Record Production of 7,228, GEO from Heap Leach operations during the quarter. 2025 Production Guidance Increased to 55,000 – 60,000 GEO. Underground Production commencing in H2/2025
Galan secures binding funding package for initial production at Hombre Muerto West (HMW). Execution of an Offtake Agreement and an Operating Agreement with Authium Limited (Authium)
The governor of Catamarca, Raúl Jalil, has assumed the rotating presidency of the Lithium Board, reaffirming his commitment to the sustainable development of this key resource for Argentina's energy transition.
Gold-backed ETF assets under management reach record US$345 billion. With a year-to-date return of over 24%, gold cements its position as the best-performing investment of 2025. Major players in the gold accumulation race emerge.
The President reaffirmed Argentina’s geopolitical alignment with the U.S. and highlighted the strategic role of uranium, lithium, and copper in the country’s new economic phase.
Los Azules, the copper project located in Calingasta department, San Juan province, received a visit from national and international authorities during a key event aimed at further strengthening both the project's positioning and that of Argentine mining on the global stage.
Patagonia Gold Corp. announced that it has entered into an investment agreement with Black River Mine Inc. through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Patagonia Gold Canada Inc., pursuant to which the Investor has agreed to invest up to US$40 million to support the development of the Calcatreu Project, located in in Rio Negro province.
Amid a global landscape defined by economic uncertainty, trade tensions, and a growing demand for critical minerals, the **_World Copper Conference 2025_** once again delivered a key snapshot of the state of the copper industry worldwide. Organized by **CRU**, the summit gathered over 300 executives, analysts, CEOs, and government officials over three days at the W Hotel in Santiago—an edition shaped by fast-moving geopolitical developments.
The promise of high returns and the appeal of strategic resources such as lithium and gold have sparked a new wave of investment proposals in cryptoassets allegedly backed by minerals. However, a recent joint statement by the Argentine Chamber of Mining Companies (CAEM) and the San Juan Mining Chamber (CMSJ) has raised serious concerns: many of these ventures may lack both technical and legal backing.
The Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have just published the 30th edition of the “Red Book”, the highly regarded publication known worldwide as the reference in data related to Uranium Resources, Production/Supply and Demand. This report provides analyses and insights from 62 uranium-producing and consuming countries – some participating for the first time.
Fortuna Mining announced that, during the first quarter of 2025, 1.46 million tonnes of ore were mined, with a stripping ratio of 1.8:1 in line with the plan for the year. A total of 1.75 million tonnes of ore were placed on the leach pad averaging 0.55 g/t Au, containing an estimated 30,943 ounces of gold. Tonnes of ore placed on the leach pad was similar to the previous quarter.
