Wadi Araba: Abu Khushaiba Copper 20.9M tons
Wadi Arabah Metals Company estimates that copper ore resources in the Abu Khishiba area in southern Jordan amount to 20.9 million tons, with an average grade of 0.38%. Current activities include drilling more than 120 boreholes over 24 months and analyzing around 659 geochemical samples, aiming to expand the surveyed areas and improve assessment models. The company has a plan to increase exploration efforts and drill over 120 boreholes using diamond core drilling, with the goal of enhancing confidence in resource classification and preparing the final feasibility study. Preliminary test results show copper extraction rates exceeding 99%. A pilot plant for ore processing is planned to be established, with government profit shares expected to be between 48% and 50%. The Abu Khishiba project is considered a strategic opportunity to develop Jordan’s mining sector, focusing on increasing local production, attracting investments, and creating employment opportunities, in line with the economic modernization vision.
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