Mining Industry Coordinating Council
Philippines likely to miss mining investment target
The Philippines will likely miss its mining investment target of $16 billion by 2016 (cumulative from 2004) due to the changing regulatory environment and...
Philippines: Controversial mining law in the pipeline
A new mining law in the Philippines is expected to boost the government's tax revenue, but has also alarmed the mining industry which has now developed a new mistrust in the country's legal environment.
Latest
Thailand plans “cannabis tourism” scheme after decriminalising the plant
Thailand’s health ministry as part of accelerated plans to legalise cannabis for recreational use in the country is contemplating the setup of a so-called...
Stories of the week
Thais turn to crocodile meat amid rapidly rising pork prices
Demand for crocodile meat is surging in Thailand as the price of pork continues to rise. The reason is a supply shortage of pork...