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Copper Projects Account for $13.3 Billion of Argentina's Approved RIGI Investments

Government data shows copper projects make up $13.3 billion of the $21.2 billion investment portfolio approved under Argentina's RIGI regime, with major developments in San Juan and Mendoza attracting long-term capital.

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