The Geopolitics of Copper: Navigating Friendshoring and Government Grants in Chile and Peru

The Geopolitics of Copper: Navigating Friendshoring and Government Grants in Chile and Peru

by Harris Gomez | May 4, 2026 | Mining, Whitepaper

Prepared by: Harris M. Gomez Date: May 2026 Executive Summary The global mining industry is experiencing a significant shift driven by the energy transition and rising geopolitical tensions. Copper, traditionally regarded as a key industrial metal, now gains strategic...
War, Supply Chains and the Race for Copper: Why Latin America Is the New Strategic Frontier

War, Supply Chains and the Race for Copper: Why Latin America Is the New Strategic Frontier

by Luke Musto | Mar 23, 2026 | International Law, METS, Mining

Written by Alonso Aquino – Associate, Peru Introduction The evolving war and geopolitical tensions between Iran and United States have once again exposed the structural fragilities embedded within global supply chains, particularly those tied to energy security and...
Chile Mining Briefing: The National Critical Minerals Strategy

Chile Mining Briefing: The National Critical Minerals Strategy

by Ian Cárdenas | Mar 16, 2026 | Chile, Mining

Written by Ian Cardenas – Associate Earlier in 2026, the Chilean government has officially presented the National Critical Minerals Strategy, a policy framework designed to position the country as a key global supplier of minerals essential for the energy transition....
Peru Mining Briefing: Understanding the Mining Concession Framework

Peru Mining Briefing: Understanding the Mining Concession Framework

by Luke Musto | Mar 2, 2026 | Mining, Peru

Written by Alonso Aquino – Associate, Peru The sustained increase in global mineral prices—particularly copper, gold, and silver—has reinforced Latin America’s strategic importance in the global mining industry. Copper, essential for electrification and energy...
Chile Green Mining News: Landmark Agreement Signed to Decarbonise Mining Sector

Chile Green Mining News: Landmark Agreement Signed to Decarbonise Mining Sector

by Luke Musto | Oct 8, 2025 | Chile, Mining

Written by Ian Cardenas, Lawyer Chile has taken a decisive step toward a cleaner and more sustainable mining future. In early October 2025, the Chilean Government and the Mining Council signed a landmark public–private agreement aimed at achieving carbon neutrality in...
Mining News: Major Discovery at Filo del Sol Signals New Era for South American Mining

Mining News: Major Discovery at Filo del Sol Signals New Era for South American Mining

by Luke Musto | Jun 23, 2025 | Argentina, Chile, Mining

Written by Ian Cardenas, Lawyer The mining world is paying close attention after Lundin Mining Corporation, in partnership with global mining leader BHP, announced a major discovery in the Vicuña District, on the Argentina–Chile border: the Filo del Sol project. This...
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