KGHM in talks with rival over mining permit dispute

Copper and silver mining giant KGHM has talked to Canadian-owned Miedzi Copper about two mining concessions, which are subject to a legal dispute between the companies, the Polish firm’s spokesperson was quoted as saying by Reuters. “KGHM management met with Miedzi Copper management,” spokesperson Dariusz Wyborski said. “We're aiming at a solution that's best for us, Miedzi Copper and the region.” Miedzi Copper has file a case in court against the Polish government, which took away two permit it had earlier obtained and awarded them to KGHM. The company declined to comment on the talks with KGHM.