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The Honorary Consul for the Republic of Mali in WA, Max de Vietri, said WA exploration and mining expertise could be adapted to suit Mali’s needs.
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Mali is the third largest gold mining country in Africa. It also has reserves of bauxite, iron ore, manganese and precious stones such as diamonds.
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