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Rio Tinto bets Trump will give green light to US copper mine, FT reports

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Posted on January 22, 2025

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· Last updated: January 27, 2026

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Featured image illustrating Rio Tinto's strategic bet on U.S. President Trump approving the Resolution copper mine in Arizona, crucial for U.S. copper supply. This project aims to meet the growing demand for copper in various industries.
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(Reuters) - Rio Tinto is betting that U.S. President Donald Trump will finally give the green light to its giant copper mine in Arizona, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday. "I do think that we

Rio Tinto Expects Trump's Green Light for Arizona Copper Mine

(Reuters) - Rio Tinto is betting that U.S. President Donald Trump will finally give the green light to its giant copper mine in Arizona, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday.

"I do think that we have really good chances now to progress that project," the miners top boss Jakob Stausholm told the newspaper in an interview published on Wednesday.

The stalled Resolution copper mine that Rio is developing with BHP Group could supply more than one quarter of the United States' domestic copper needs for the highly conductive metal.

(Reporting by Gursimran Kaur in Bengaluru; Editing by Savio D'Souza)

Key Takeaways

  • Rio Tinto seeks Trump's approval for Arizona copper mine.
  • The mine could supply 25% of US copper needs.
  • Rio Tinto partners with BHP Group on this project.
  • The project has been stalled but may progress soon.
  • CEO Jakob Stausholm is optimistic about the approval.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The article discusses Rio Tinto's anticipation of gaining approval from President Trump for its copper mine in Arizona.
Who is involved in the project?
Rio Tinto is developing the copper mine in partnership with BHP Group.
What is the significance of the mine?
The mine could potentially supply more than a quarter of the United States' domestic copper needs.

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