The three projects being constructed are with a combined production capacity of 6.2 million tons worth around 35 billion riyals, he added.

The province reported its steel production dropped 8.47 percent year-on-year in the first six months.

China-Kazakhstan business cooperation is expected to experience rapid growth in the coming years, as both countries actively promote regional connectivity.

China ups support, regulations for market to increase participation, meet green goals.

China ups support, regulations for market to increase participation, meet green goals.

The commission said China's leading role in the research of the framework will help the global energy transition.

Brazil seeks to boost the share of mining in the national economy, focusing on private investment and smaller players.

In July, the largest suppliers were Canada (544,000 NT, down 14% vs. June), Mexico (460,000 NT, down 12%), South Korea (279,000 NT, down 7%), Brazil (252,000 NT, up 26%) and Japan (173,000 NT, up 76%).