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    India Signs Agreement for Lithium Exploration and Mining Project in Argentina

    By Digpu News DeskJanuary 16, 2024Updated:January 16, 2024 Press release No Comments3 Mins Read
    India Signs Agreement for Lithium Exploration and Mining Project in Argentina
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    Ministry of Mines, Government of India has achieved a significant milestone with the signing of an agreement between Khanij Bidesh India Limited (KABIL) and the state-owned enterprise of Catamarca province of Argentina CATAMARCA MINERA Y ENERGÉTICA SOCIEDAD DEL ESTADO (CAMYEN SE) at Catamarca, Argentina yesterday i.e., on 15th January 2024.

    The Agreement was signed in the presence of the Governor of Catamarca Lic. Raul Jalil,  Vice Governor of Catamarca, Eng. Ruben Dusso and  Minister of Mines Catamarca, H. E. Marcelo Murua and Ambassador of India to Argentina, H. E. Dinesh Bhatia. The signing ceremony was virtually attended by the Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Coal and Mines, Government of India, H. E. Shri Pralhad Joshi & Secretary, Ministry of Mines, Government of India, Shri V. L. Kantha Rao. 

    India Signs Agreement for Lithium Exploration and Mining Project in Argentina
    Photo credit-Press release by PIB

    Speaking on the occasion, Shri Pralhad Joshi said “This is a historic day for both India and Argentina as we are scripting a new chapter in bilateral ties with the Agreement signing between KABIL and CAMYEN – a step which will not only play a crucial role in driving the energy transition for sustainable future, but also ensure a resilient and diversified supply chain for critical and strategic minerals essential for various industries in India.”.

    Khanij Bidesh India Limited to start Exploration & Development of Five Lithium Blocks

    This is the first ever lithium exploration and mining project by a Government Company of India.  KABIL will start exploration and development of 5 lithium brine blocks viz 1. Cortadera-I, 2. Cortadera-VII, 3. Cortadera-VIII, 4. Cateo-2022-01810132 and 5. Cortadera-VI covering an area of about 15,703 hectares, located in the Catamarca province of Argentina.KABIL is also preparing to set up a branch office in Catamarca, Argentina. The project cost is about 200 crores.

    India Signs Agreement for Lithium Exploration and Mining Project in Argentina
    Photo credit-Press release by PIB

    With this Agreement, KABIL has obtained Exploration and Exclusivity Right for 5 blocks to evaluate, prospect and explore and subsequent to the existence/discovery of lithium mineral, exploitation right for commercial production.  This will not only boost its quest for sourcing lithium for India but will also help in bringing in technical & operational experience for Brine-type lithium exploration, exploitation and extraction.

    Argentina is part of the “Lithium Triangle” along with Chile and Bolivia with more than half of the world’s total lithium resources and the distinction of having the 2nd largest lithium resources, 3rd largest lithium reserves and 4th largest production in the world.

    The agreement gives further fillip to India’s Efforts for Sourcing Lithium

    India Signs Agreement for Lithium Exploration and Mining Project in Argentina
    Photo credit-Press release by PIB

    This strategic move not only strengthens the bilateral ties between India and Argentina but also contributes to the sustainable development of the mining sector, ensuring a resilient and diversified supply chain for critical and strategic minerals essential for various industries.

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    H. E. Marcelo Murua KABIL Lithium Ministry of Mines
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