Cuba seeks to revive mining sector with new lead and zinc mine

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The $278 million Castellanos lead and zinc mine in north-western Cuba is on track to start production in October as part of the island's attempt to breathe fresh life into its mining sector. Emincar, the venture between Trafigura and Cuban state firm Geominera, is overseeing the project.

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