A fundamental choice for Critical Minerals development: "Fascism or radical democracy?"

The global demand for critical minerals like lithium and copper is surging, but how we attempt to quickly extract them, argues Katherine Teh , Executive Chairman of Spektrum Development , presents a fundamental choice: embrace authoritarian tactics that disregard communities or pursue transparent, consent-based development. In this pivotal moment, the stakes are high-ranging, from environmental destruction to lost economic potential. Which path should be chosen? Katherine Teh of Spektrum Development addressing the 2024 ACFID Conference WE ARE AT a crossroads in the energy transition. The gap between what the mining industry promises and what it delivers has been widening, creating not only delays but the potential for significant socio-economic and environmental risks. As the demand for critical minerals like copper, graphite, and lithium increases, we’re facing mounting challenges in securing these resources quickly enough to support the transition to renewable energy. The Problem...

Tech Pro moves on Indonesian iron mine

Hong Kong-based Tech Pro Technology Development has entered into a non-legally binding MOU with Lam Chong-san, an independent third party, regarding possible acquisition of the entire issued share capital of a target company which will carry out reorganization and restructuring before the possible acquisition. Upon completion of the restructuring, the target company will be interested in 60% of the entire equity interest in the JV company, PT Jember Resources International.

According to Infocast News, the asset is an iron mine located in Jember, East Java, Indonesia, with a total area of 2,120.4 ha.