Mineral policies trends in developed mineral exporting countries

Journal Article · Mon Dec 31 23:00:00 EST 1979 · Mater. Soc.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5352145

Toll, G L

Policy trends in selected major mineral-exporting countries (Australia, Canada, and South Africa) are examined. Factors that may have made them successful, hence, developed, are identified. The policy trends in these countries could well provide the formula which other mineral-rich countries need to adopt if their mineral resources are to provide a significant vehicle for sustained economic development. The study focuses on the periods between 1946 and 1970 and during the 1970s. The author concludes that the international mineral trade faces some major adjustments in the next decade. Economic uncertainties caused by inflation and spiralling energy costs will tend to make new mineral developments more risky. If the trends to sound economic management in the consumer nations and the trends to encouraging policies and attitudes in the major successful mineral-exporting countries continue, then sufficient minerals through the 1980s will be available at fair market prices to balance demand. 2 tables. (SAC)

• Research Organization: Texasqulf, Inc., Stamford, CT
• OSTI ID: 5352145
• Journal Information: Mater. Soc.; (United States), Journal Name: Mater. Soc.; (United States) Vol. 4:1; ISSN MSOCD
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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