Panama president says final contract to First Quantum has been presented. mining miningnews
Panama’s president, Laurentino Cortizo, said on Monday the government has presented Canadian miner First Quantum Minerals a final contract to regulate operations.
Cortizo, during a speech to the nation, vowed to abide by the constitution in the negotiations and to establish a “fair relationship” between the parties.The two sides are at odds over such issues as contract stability and the government’s plan to increase annual royalties to $375 million, which has been at the forefront of discussions.
Crispiano Adames, president of the country’s National Assembly, said during a separate speech he had proposed a new mining code to avoid the needs of Panama being put behind those of multinational companies.
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