Venezuela National Assembly has unanimously approved legislation aimed at opening the country’s tightly controlled mining sector to foreign investors, signaling a notable economic policy shift under interim President Delcy Rodriguez.

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Bitcoin’s halving cycle is one of the most closely watched events in the cryptocurrency ecosystem, often seen as a key driver of long term price trends and market sentiment.

India moved to deepen trade ties with Brazil on Saturday, signing a pact to expand cooperation in mining and minerals as it seeks to meet rising domestic steel demand and support capacity expansion amid a global race for raw materials.

The opening of Algeria’s Western Mining Railway, Africa’s first heavy-haul line designed to operate under extreme desert conditions, is a landmark event not only for the country but for the continent as a whole. The 950-kilometre mainline, built largely by Chinese companies in cooperation with Algerian state institutions, can transport up to 50 million tonnes of iron ore annually while also accommodating passenger services.

Greenland recorded its warmest January on record this year, highlighting how rapid climate change is reshaping the Arctic island’s economy and long-term development prospects.