Panama authorizes First Quantum to remove material from closed copper mine

First Quantum Minerals

07/04/2026 19:22

PANAMA CITY, April 7 (Reuters) - Panama's Ministry of Commerce and Industries has issued a resolution allowing First Quantum Minerals to remove material from its shuttered Cobre Panama mine.

The ministry said in a statement this resolution aims to prevent environmental risks and protect the health of nearby communities.

 (Reporting by Elida Moreno; Editing by Sarah Morland)

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