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Ghana's Gold Royalty Shift Sparks Global Diplomatic Tensions

3/7/2026

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Ghana plans to shift gold royalties from 5% to a sliding scale of 5%–12% amid rising gold prices.
The move has drawn diplomatic pressure from the United States, China, and Western nations.
Mining groups including Newmont Corp. and AngloGold Ashanti have concerns and submitted lower counter-proposals.
The changes could take effect as soon as next week unless amended.
Ghana's gold producers still reported strong profits in 2025.

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Story summary

Ghana plans to shift gold royalties from 5% to a sliding scale of 5%–12% amid rising gold prices.
The move has drawn diplomatic pressure from the United States, China, and Western nations.
Mining groups including Newmont Corp. and AngloGold Ashanti have concerns and submitted lower counter-proposals.
The changes could take effect as soon as next week unless amended.
Ghana's gold producers still reported strong profits in 2025.