Following shareholder approval on 9 December 2025, the Canadian government has officially granted regulatory clearance to the merger of equals between Anglo American and Teck Resources, a deal first announced in September 2025.
The approval, issued under the Investment Canada Act (ICA), came after an extended review period during which authorities assessed the transaction’s net benefit to the country.
With the green light, the two mining giants will now move to create Anglo Teck, a global critical minerals powerhouse that is set to rank among the top five copper producers worldwide.
The combined entity will also hold significant positions in other metals essential for the energy transition, including zinc, nickel, and steelmaking coal, the latter being a cornerstone of Teck’s historical operations, though the company has been pivoting toward copper.
According to both companies, the merger is expected to deliver substantial benefits for Canada, including enhanced investment in domestic processing facilities, increased research into low-carbon mining technologies, and the retention of Teck’s headquarters and executive functions in Vancouver.
Industry observers note that the government’s decision reflects a strategic desire to anchor a major critical minerals champion on Canadian soil, reducing reliance on foreign-controlled supply chains for electric vehicle batteries and renewable energy infrastructure.
While some environmental groups had urged Ottawa to impose stricter conditions on coal-related assets, the final approval is understood to include binding commitments on job creation, Indigenous consultation, and emissions reduction targets.
With regulatory hurdles cleared, Anglo Teck is expected to begin integrated operations by the second quarter of 2026, positioning Canada as a linchpin in the global race for responsibly sourced critical minerals. Read more...
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