The guide “Chilean Mining: Powering the Green Economy”, which was jointly prepared by the Mining Ministry and InvestChile, presents a portfolio of 33 initiatives: 28 fall within the exploration category, while 5 projects fall within more advanced stages or pre-mining development. In terms of ores of economic interest, there are 19 copper projects, 9 gold projects, 3 iron ore projects, 1 zinc project and 1 salt project.
InvestChile closed 2020 with a portfolio of 39 mining projects worth US$7 billion, with capital coming principally from Canada, Australia, and Japan.
TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS UPDATE:Chileans and resident foreigners will not be able to travel abroad for the next 30 days unless they receive extraordinary authorization for urgent reasons. Entry to Chile by non-resident foreigners will be prohibited for the same period.
NEW CONCESSIONS PLAN: Highways, orbital roads, hospitals, airports, cablecars and re-tenders for jails are among the projects in the 2021-2025 plan of concessions worth more than US$15 billion that has been drawn up by Chile’s Public Works Ministry. A tender processes valued at US$4.7 billion will be launched this year.
LAW IN CHILE:This newsletter provides information about the latest laws published during in the country, the bills currently being processed in Congress, the decrees and regulations issued by the government and autonomous agencies, as well as important jurisprudence on matters that may impact foreign investment in Chile.
DIGITAL HUB:Oracle Chile’s new CEO, Soledad Matos, assures that the country is becoming "a true hub for foreign investment in technology". A win-win situation for the country and the companies, that "will leverage growth and allow more sectors to develop" boosting the country´s economic recovery.
April 19 - EXPOMIN is the largest mining fair in Latin America, promotiong sharing knowledge, experiences, and especially offering technologies that contribute to innovation and productivity in the sector. Register here.
April 24 - LATAM BLOCKCHAIN FORUM 2nd version will bring together the main global actors that are leading the promotion of blockchain development in Latin America. Register here.
April 27 - EXPO HYDROGEN PATAGONIA's first version will be virtual, including +28 presentations and 20 stands. An interactive platform will allow collaboration between firms and institutions for the green hydrogen value chain. Register here.
May 5 - CHILE FINTECH FORUM 2021 is the most important financial technology event in the country. A free and fully digital three day seminar sponsored by InvestChile. Register here.
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