First Quantum's Panama copper mine is deemed generally compliant

The audit found that the project had basically fulfilled its environmental, legal, financial, and operational obligations. According to a statement released by the Panamanian government on Friday, the review conducted by the Swiss company SGS SA pointed out areas for improvement in administrative processes, biodiversity management, and ecological restoration. However, the auditors stated that these shortcomings did not constitute structural defects that would undermine the overall conclusion. Read more