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Catamarca’s Senate turned into law the agreement signed with Salta for the development of the project. The framework establishes institutional coordination, shared oversight and revenue distribution between both provinces.

The Canadian company advanced across projects in Malargüe and MDMO through acquisitions linked to Mirasol, Agaucu, and Maref Group.

Following the latest meeting of the Federal Mining Board held at the Expo San Juan Minera, Salta’s Minister of Production and Mining, Ignacio Lupión, highlighted the collaborative climate achieved between the provinces and the national government to consolidate a common agenda focused on the development of mining activity.

The reactivation of the Sol de Mañana deposit, in the Sijes region, marks the return of a strategic operation for the economy of the Puna and for an industry with more than 150 years of history in the province.

Second- and third-year students from the Tinogasta Agricultural Technical School toured the production process, laboratory, and operational safety conditions.

The complex reached 305 MW of installed capacity, represents more than 11% of the country’s total solar capacity, and required an investment of US$220 million.

From Fernández Insúa S.A., Luis M. Fernández highlighted the growing international interest in Argentine mining, as well as the importance of Expo San Juan Minera.

The Province approved the ninth update of the Environmental Impact Report to reactivate remaining phases of Bajo La Alumbrera and Bajo El Durazno under new environmental, social, and monitoring requirements.

Salta is advancing with the IDB on international financing to pave 91 kilometers of National Route 51, a strategic project for mining and the consolidation of the Bioceanic Corridor linking Argentina with Chile, Paraguay, and Brazil.

The company, which has already been authorized to operate, committed to making extraordinary contributions for roadworks in Andalgalá, Belén, and Santa María, in addition to purchasing CT scanners for regional hospitals.

The approval of the regime will allow the expansion of the Cauchari-Olaroz lithium project and reinforce Jujuy’s mining positioning.

Public, private, and union leaders agreed on the progress achieved regarding new investments, local development, and sustainability.

A delegation from the Ministry of Mining participated in an international workshop in Utah. Representatives from the national government, SEGEMAR, and provinces from Northwestern Argentina (NOA) also attended.

Challenger Gold published the outcomes of the Pre-Feasibility Study (“PFS”) on its 100% owned Hualilan Gold project, located in San Juan province. Hualilan presents a large low-cost and low-risk development opportunity.

Austral Gold has commenced a drilling program of approximately 8,500 metres at the Casposo–Manantiales mine complex in San Juan province, focused on resource conversion, near-mine brownfield exploration and greenfield exploration targets.

Governor Martín Llaryora highlighted Córdoba’s potential as a supplier of goods and services for mining, energy, and oil. Collaboration between companies from Córdoba and San Juan was emphasized as a major opportunity for joint work.

Luciano Guglielmini, President of Solimin, highlighted the importance of training and unity among San Juan suppliers to face the challenges of copper mining.

Daniel González, representative of Grupo Palmero, highlighted the synergy with Metso aimed at strengthening the industry. While Metso leads metalliferous mining projects, Palmero supports companies linked to lime, cement, and industrial minerals.

At Expo San Juan Minera 2026, the company presented an innovative initiative that combines logistics, technology, and national identity through trucks featuring historic Argentine figures.

The company is expanding its presence in the province after 25 years of operations in Argentina. The new facility will include training spaces and technical services for mining operations.