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BHP reaches deal with Escondida union, halts strike

The 2,400 union members still need to approve the proposal

In 2017, workers at Escondida went on a 43-day strike, which resulted in over $700 million in losses. Credit: Sindicato Nº1 de Minera Escondida

In 2017, workers at Escondida went on a 43-day strike, which resulted in over $700 million in losses. Credit: Sindicato Nº1 de Minera Escondida

BHP and a union at the Escondida copper mine in Chile have reached an agreement, suspending a strike at the mine after three days. The strike started on Tuesday after the union and miner failed to reach...

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