MMG CEO on Copper, M&A Strategy, Mining Safety

The video discusses the impact of US-China relations on commodities, highlighting the demand for copper and zinc due to electric vehicles and battery storage needs. It outlines a company's growth strategy, focusing on existing assets and M&A opportunities. Challenges in Peru, such as community blockades, are addressed with a focus on sustainable solutions. The video emphasizes safety and risk management in mining, particularly after incidents in Brazil, and the importance of adhering to international standards.

What factors are influencing the demand for commodities like copper and zinc?

• South American agricultural exports

• Middle East oil production

• European Union trade policies

• US dollar strength and China's economic stability

What is the company's approach to growth in the mining sector?

• Expanding existing assets and exploring external opportunities

• Reducing operations in Africa

• Investing only in technology

• Focusing solely on new projects

What challenge is the company facing with its Las Bombas mine in Peru?

• Community blockades and compensation issues

• Environmental regulations

• Lack of skilled labor

• High transportation costs

How is the company addressing safety concerns in the mining industry?

• By focusing on tailings facility management and risk control measures

• By ignoring international standards

• By increasing production speed

• By reducing workforce

What is the company's recordable injury rate trend as of 2018?

• It doubled

• It remained the same

• It decreased by 14.5%

• It increased by 14.5%