In Top Copper Nation, Senators Pause to Ponder Tax Impacts
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A controversial mining windfall tax will be the subject of a monthlong debate in Chile’s senate as lawmakers hear from companies and unions on the potential impact on mines that generate more than a quarter of global copper.
The senate’s mining and energy committee will hold weekly hearings on the proposed royalty through mid July, according to a session held Wednesday. The committee received requests to testify from executives from BHP Group, Antofagasta Plc and Teck Resources Ltd. among others.