The Democratic Republic of Congo has banned exports of copper and cobalt concentrates. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Reuters.
According to an official order, the country has imposed a ban on shipping copper and cobalt concentrates abroad. This decision marks a significant shift in Congo's mining industry, as Congo is one of the world's largest producers of cobalt.
The official order regarding the ban has been issued, but its full text and implementation timeline remain unclear. The move could impact global markets, given Congo's important role in copper and cobalt production.
Reuters reported this information exclusively. Further details are not yet available.