Summary: Adani’s US$1.2 billion copper smelter in Gujarat is facing a global ore shortage, receiving less than a tenth of the required 1.6 million tonnes of copper concentrate. This shortage, caused by mine disruptions and China’s increased smelting capacity, is impacting new entrants like Kutch Copper and highlighting India’s challenges in increasing metals self-reliance.

Link: https://www.theedgesingapore.com/news/commodities/adanis-giant-copper-smelter-caught-global-ore-shortage