Global Mining CEO Says Chile Easier to Deal With Than the Queensland Government

Global Mining CEO Says Chile Easier to Deal With Than the Queensland Government
The company logo adorns the side of the BHP gobal headquarters in Melbourne, Australia on Feb. 21, 2023. William West/AFP via Getty Images
Daniel Y. Teng
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BHP CEO Mike Henry has continued pressuring the debt-heavy Queensland Labor government over its contentious decision to raise mining royalties in the coal-rich state.

Henry reiterated that recent policies from the state (and federal) government would compel the global mining giant to pull investment from the region, despite major opportunities in critical mineral mining.

Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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