Is copper about to explode? Kitco’s Senior Mining Editor and Anchor Paul Harris interviews Barry O'Shea, CEO of Highland Copper, at the 2025 Mines and Money Conference in Miami. They discuss the recent surge in copper prices and Highland Copper's project in Michigan. O'Shea highlights the potential impact of the Trump administration's focus on domestic resource independence and the importance of refining capacity in the U.S. Highland Copper aims to reach a construction decision for its Copperwood asset by the end of 2025.

Key Points:
- Copper price surge driven by energy policies and resource independence
- Highland Copper's Copperwood project is fully permitted in Michigan
- U.S. needs to boost refining capacity for copper independence
- Goal: construction decision for Copperwood by end of 2025

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00:00 Introduction: Copper Market Trends
01:39 Highland Copper's Position and Strategy
02:48 Impact of U.S. Policies on Copper Development
05:31 Refining Capacity and Domestic Production
07:48 Highland Copper's Project Plans and Financing
11:09 Challenges and Opportunities for Junior Miners
13:27 Future Outlook

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