Green light for one of the biggest lithium deals in recent times. Arcadium has secured all necessary approvals, paving the way for its transaction with Rio Tinto to close soon.

Michael Meding, VP & General Manager of McEwen Copper, discusses Los Azules’ adhesion to the RIGI, strategic partnerships, and the project's path to a Final Investment Decision, aiming for construction by early 2026.

Ganfeng Lithium has begun production at the Mariana Project and inaugurated its processing plant in Salta, marking a major milestone for Argentina’s lithium industry.

McEwen Copper Inc., a subsidiary of McEwen Mining Inc. announced today that its subsidiary Andes Corporación Minera S.A., has applied for admission of the Los Azules copper project to Argentina's Large Investment Incentive Regime (“RIGI”).

Promising results in the exploration of Diablillos. The first drill holes at Cerro Viejo confirm a high-grade mineralized system with gold, silver, and copper, showing significant exploration potential.

Renewable energy company Genneia announced progress in the development of a new electrical interconnection line in Salta Province, with an investment exceeding US$400 million. The initiative aims to improve grid access for mining projects in the region, focusing on the growth of green lithium production and the energy supply for copper developments in the province.

In an interview with Jujuy's Secretary of Mining and Hydrocarbons, José Gómez, the 2024 mining outlook for the province was positive, highlighting Exar’s production of 25,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate, Rio Tinto’s acquisition of Arcadium Lithium, and the imminent extension of Chinchillas’ operational life.

Junior mining company Latin Metals Inc. has reported positive exploration results at the La Flora Project, located within the Cerro Bayo district in Santa Cruz Province.

The environmental impact report (EIA) adjustment for PSJ Cobre Mendocino, formerly known as San Jorge, has been presented. The project entails a US$559 million investment and could become the first mining project in Mendoza to be incorporated into Argentina’s Large Investment Incentive Program (RIGI).

Canadian company Argentina Lithium & Energy Corp, a member of the Grosso Group, has announced positive results from its fourteenth exploration well at the Rincon West Project, located in Salta Province. A total of 16 representative brine samples, collected in 2.5 to 3-meter intervals over a 225-meter section in well RW-DDH-14, recorded lithium concentrations ranging from 277 to 379 mg/l.

India's Secretary of Mining, V.L. Kantha Rao, visited Argentina and met with his Argentine counterpart, Luis Lucero, along with representatives from the national government and mining-active provinces. The meeting, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, also included key industry business leaders and institutions. Bilateral relations between both countries have strengthened in recent years, driven by India's interest in investing in lithium, copper, and gold, as well as in the energy sector. Strategic cooperation aims to foster joint projects and explore opportunities for business, institutional, and scientific integration.

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