The DRC confirms its status as a top cobalt producer and second-largest copper supplier, while restricting aggressive enforcement actions.
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Updated Aug 17
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The DRC confirms its status as a top cobalt producer and second-largest copper supplier, while restricting aggressive enforcement actions.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Illegal incursions are affecting major cobalt project operations in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo.Sub-event
Climate change poses a significant threat to the DRC's commodity production and global supply chains.1 source
- The DRC has lifted the copper export ban and the Kipushi mine is holding a zinc concentrate derogation, with the Lualaba copper smelter in Kolwezi.Sub-event
DRC confirms top cobalt status and restricts enforcement actions on its mining sector.1 source
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Democratic Republic of the Congo
country in Central Africa
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