Russian mining and metals giant Nornickel has decided to join a project to build a plant producing stainless steel products in Russia, it said on Monday.

China will ensure high-quality implementation of the RCEP and accelerate the development of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0, he added.

Countries such as Brazil, China, India and South Africa have expressed concerns.

Australia expanded its list of critical minerals deemed crucial to its energy transition and national security needs as the country boosts the strategically and economically important sector.

Jan-Nov two-way trade consistent with previous year on effective policy.

Brazilian iron ore miner Vale announced that it has officially inaugurated the world's first iron ore briquette plant at itsTubarao Unit in Vitória.

Base metals miner First Quantum has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Australian junior Raiden Resources’ Mt Sholl nickel/copper/platinum group elements (PGE) project, in Western Australia.

In a significant economic upheaval, ArcelorMittal South Africa, the continent's largest steelmaker, has announced the closure of its operations in Newcastle and Vereeniging.