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China Lithium Prices Surge After Yichun Plans to Revoke Mining Licences
Lithium prices in China climbed sharply after Yichun authorities announced plans to revoke 27 expired mining licences.
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Central and Eastern Asia
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Kazakhstan’s Manufacturing Sector Records Strong Growth This Year
Kazakhstan’s manufacturing output rose by nearly 6% this year, driven by strong growth in metallurgy, engineering, and construction materials.
Policies and Regulation
Kazakhstan Senate Approves Subsoil Code Amendments to Digitize Geological Data and Expand Investor Incentives
Kazakhstan has approved sweeping Subsoil Code changes to digitize geological data, expand e-auctions, and grant priority rights to major strategic investors.
Policies and Regulation
Investors Voice Concerns Over Amendments to Kazakhstan’s Subsoil Code
Kazakhstan’s mining industry has welcomed some Subsoil Code reforms but warns that expanded priority rights could deter investment.
Policies and Regulation
Senate Approves Amendments to Subsoil Code Strengthening Digitalization and Investment Incentives
Kazakhstan’s Senate has approved sweeping amendments to the Subsoil Code, reinforcing digital governance and expanding incentives for mineral processing projects.
Companies & Organisations
Sale of Kazakhmys Corporation Finalised, New Owner to Take Over in December
Kazakhmys is set to change ownership in December in a deal valued at 3.85 billion dollars.
Industry News
China Lithium Prices Jump After Yichun Moves to Revoke Mining Licences
Lithium prices in China surged after authorities in Yichun announced plans to revoke 27 expired mining licences.
Companies & Organisations
Tajik Metallurgical Plant to Build Iron Production Facility Under Import Substitution Program
Tajikistan has approved a domestically funded iron production project aimed at import substitution and exports.
Companies & Organisations
President Tokayev Reviews Qarmet’s 2025 Results and Supports Further Development Plans
President Tokayev endorsed Qarmet’s growth results and backed its plans for modernization and industrial development.
Companies & Organisations
East Star and Xinhai Agree on Joint Development of Verkh-Uba Copper Project in Kazakhstan
East Star and China’s Xinhai plan a jointly financed development of the Verkh-Uba copper deposit in Kazakhstan.