Mining

Zijin to start Congo’s first lithium production at Manono in June 2026

Zijin to start Congo’s first lithium production at Manono in June 2026

China’s Zijin Mining said lithium output at the Manono project is scheduled to begin in June 2026, marking DRC’s first lithium production.

February 25, 2026
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Zangezur Copper Complex Modernization Doubles Processing Capacity

Zangezur Copper Complex Modernization Doubles Processing Capacity

Armenia's largest mining operation invests $200 million to increase ore processing to 18 million tonnes annually

February 25, 2026
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Anglo Asian Mining Opens Four New Azerbaijan Mines by 2026

Anglo Asian Mining Opens Four New Azerbaijan Mines by 2026

British mining company targets transformation into mid-tier copper producer with Zafar Gilar Xarxar and Garadag developments

February 25, 2026
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Azerbaijan Gold Production Surges 70 Percent in Early 2025

Azerbaijan Gold Production Surges 70 Percent in Early 2025

Anglo Asian Mining leads production growth as liberated territories unlock new extraction opportunities

February 25, 2026
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Georgia Manganese Crisis Affects 6000 Workers in Chiatura

Georgia Manganese Crisis Affects 6000 Workers in Chiatura

Georgian Manganese halts operations citing low global prices as miners demand nationalization and community reinvestment

February 25, 2026
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Armenia Mining Exports Target $3 Billion by 2030

Armenia Mining Exports Target $3 Billion by 2030

Armenia's mining sector targets major export growth driven by Kajaran complex holding 6% of global molybdenum reserves

February 25, 2026
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Ukrainian drones hit third Russian mine in the Caspian Sea

Ukrainian drones hit third Russian mine in the Caspian Sea

Ukrainian drones hit third Russian mine in the Caspian Sea

February 25, 2026
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Iran, Uzbekistan Move to Deepen Mining and Minerals Cooperation, Eye Joint Projects and Investment

Iran, Uzbekistan Move to Deepen Mining and Minerals Cooperation, Eye Joint Projects and Investment

Iran and Uzbekistan have agreed to expand cooperation and investment in the mining and mineral industries, as both governments look to convert improving political alignment into larger trade flows and more joint industrial projects.

February 25, 2026
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