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...

Olympus Pacific pours first gold dore bar at Phuoc Son Gold Plant in Vietnam.

Olympus Pacific Minerals Inc has successfully poured its first gold dore bar weighing 11.1 kilos at the newly commissioned Phuoc Son Gold Plant in Vietnam.

Previous production from the plant had been processed through the company's Bong Mieu Gold Room while technicians finished commissioning the Phuoc Son gold room.

The Phuoc Son Gold Plant has a plated capacity of 500 t/d with features incorporated to allow increased capacity to 1,000 t/d with minimal capital expenditure.

Vietnam production in 2011 is forecast to range between 40,000 and 45,000 oz, which will generate net operating cash for Olympus Pacific to continue exploration and development over its four core properties located in Vietnam, East Malaysia and the Philippines.