Trudeau Says Annexation Talks Are Tied to Canada’s Minerals

The Canadian government remains cautious about US President Donald Trump’s repeated threats of annexation. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau considers the threat plausible, noting Trump's interest in Canada’s vast resources. In other news the federal government announced the recovery of the tenth and final miner's remains at El Pinabete coal mine in Coahuila. This comes nearly two and a half years after the mine’s collapse. 

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Canada's Mineral Wealth: A Reason for Trump’s Annexation Threats

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has raised concerns regarding US President Trump's repeated remarks about annexing Canada, viewing them as a credible issue, primarily driven by the nation's abundant reserves of critical minerals.

Luca Mining Reaches Key Production Targets

Luca Mining has announced that its initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies at the Campo Morado and Tahuehueto mines have delivered excellent results.

Trump Targets Steel and Aluminum Imports With New 25% Tariffs

Trump announced plans to impose new 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, with an official announcement expected soon. These tariffs would be in addition to existing duties, although no specific timeline for implementation has been provided. Major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, including Canada and Mexico, are likely to face significant challenges as a result of these tariffs.

Endeavour Silver’s Terronera Project Nears Completion

Endeavour Silver has provided an update on the construction progress of its Terronera Project in Jalisco, with the company confirming that the project remains on track for full commissioning in early 2025.

Final Miner Recovered From El Pinabete Mine Accident

The National Civil Protection Coordination (CNPC) confirmed on Feb. 6 that the human remains of the tenth and final miner, who had been missing since the collapse at the El Pinabete mine in August 2022, were located in the GSN6 Norte gallery.