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India-Zambia Mineral Talks Stall Amid Mining Rights Dispute

4/17/2026

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India's negotiations with Zambia over critical minerals have stalled due to Zambia's lack of assurances on mining rights.
India was allocated 9,000 square kilometers for exploration.
Geological teams were sent to collect samples for a planned three-year exploration.
Copper imports rose 4% to 1.2 million tons in the fiscal year ending March 2025.
India is actively seeking partnerships in Africa and other regions to secure mineral supplies.

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Story summary

India's negotiations with Zambia over critical minerals have stalled due to Zambia's lack of assurances on mining rights.
India was allocated 9,000 square kilometers for exploration.
Geological teams were sent to collect samples for a planned three-year exploration.
Copper imports rose 4% to 1.2 million tons in the fiscal year ending March 2025.
India is actively seeking partnerships in Africa and other regions to secure mineral supplies.