Rio Tinto has restored copper concentrate exports from its Oyu Tolgoi mine in Mongolia. Normal operations resumed following a brief disruption caused by local protestors.
The protest created a blockade on a key road used to transport copper to the Chinese border. This blockade temporarily halted all shipments from the facility.
Oyu Tolgoi serves as a critical asset for Rio Tinto and a major contributor to the global copper supply. The company is currently executing a major expansion at the site to increase production of metals essential for the energy transition.
The incident underscores ongoing tensions regarding the project within Mongolia. Local groups continue to advocate for a larger share of revenue from the mining operations.