CFSI 2016 conference speakers call for more downstream commitment

A conference organised by the Conflict-Free Sourcing Initiative (CFSI) has reviewed current global initiatives towards improving security and human rights in minerals supply chains. Very positive progress has been made but some speakers called for more commitment by...

Responsible minerals programme receives donation from Qualcomm

iTSCi announced that its responsible minerals programme has received a donation from Qualcomm Incorporated, a world leader in 3G, 4G and next-generation wireless technologies, to help break the link between minerals and conflict. iTSCi is a unique and highly...

Reports describe Bisie, DRC stock clearance process and outcomes

Due to various factors, significant quantities of cassiterite from Bisié, Walikale Territory, North Kivu, DRC which was mined from artisanal pits primarily over the period 2011-2015 was stocked in the nearby area, and to a lesser extent in local trading towns....

US House of Representatives passes amendment to Dodd-Frank Act

On 7th July 2016, the US House of Representatives passed amendment 1254 to Dodd Frank which confirms that no funds appropriated in relation to the Act can be used to enforce the SEC Rule relating to ‘conflict minerals’.In commenting on the amendment, the...

US Republicans propose repeal of conflict minerals act

Republicans on the House Financial Services Committee have proposed a full repeal of the US’s conflict minerals reporting rules through discussion of the Financial CHOICE Act, released last week. CHOICE stands for Creating Hope and Opportunity for Investors,...