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Metals Exploration plc’s gold production in the Philippines fell 48% in the first half of 2026 as lower ore grades and recovery rates weighed on output at its Runruno gold mine in Nueva Vizcaya, with mining operations expected to cease in the fourth quarter.
The London-listed mining company produced 21,451 ounces of gold in the six months ended June 30, down from 40,985 ounces a year earlier, according to its interim results released Sept. 29.
Gold recovery at Runruno declined to 80.7% from 91.4% in the same period last year, while the average grade of ore processed fell to 0.87 grams
The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) is courting China Civil Engineering Construction Corp. (CCECC) and other private investors to help advance the long-delayed Mindanao Railway Project, while exploring potential investments in nickel, copper and gold processing, solar power and other regional infrastructure.
In a press release published on October 21, MinDA said Chairperson and Secretary Leo Tereso A. Magno met with CCECC representatives on October 9 at The Westin Manila in Ortigas to discuss private-sector participation in the railway and investment opportunities in Mindanao.
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Executive Secretary Ralph Recto has urged American companies to expand their investments in the Philippines, highlighting opportunities in semiconductors, electronics and critical minerals as Manila seeks to strengthen the country’s position in global supply chains.

Recto made the pitch during the 2026 Philippines Business Mission at Conrad Manila, organized by the US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC), calling on American companies to remain in the Philippines, expand their operations and build their long-term future in the country.

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The Philippines is no stranger to mineral processing. It already refines domestically sourced gold and processes portions of its copper and nickel production. Yet much of its mineral wealth still leaves as raw ore or intermediate products requiring further processing abroad, allowing other economies to capture more of the value from refining, manufacturing, and advanced industrial applications. Executive Order No. 122 offers an opportunity to narrow that gap.
Signed on August 18, 2026, EO 122 establishes a national policy framework for developing the critical minerals industry. Long overdue b
For more than a decade, the DS GEOVIA User Conference Philippines has brought together mining professionals, industry experts, and GEOVIA software users to exchange knowledge, share practical experiences, and explore technological advancements in the mining industry.
Over the years, the conferences’ key highlights have been the opportunity for fellow GEOVIA users to share their experiences and demonstrate practical applications of the software alongside experts from Dassault Systèmes GEOVIA and Paramina. The users have come from diverse backgrounds in mining, featured presentatio
Since its founding in 2015, the Philippine Youth Association for Responsible Mining and Natural Resources (YAMAN Philippines) has inspired the youth to become advocates of responsible mining and the sustainable utilization of natural resources. It also serves as a platform for aspiring earth scientists and engineers to deepen their understanding of the minerals industry.
As a national youth-led organization, YAMAN Philippines is committed to promoting the importance of the minerals industry and addressing misconceptions surrounding mining. This year, the movement stands stronger than ever as