Argentina tells Barrick to overhaul Veladero gold mine operations

Argentina mining officials told Barrick Gold it must overhaul environmental and operating processes at its Veladero mine, following last week's cyanide solution spill, while the country's environment ministry asked for a total suspension of operations, according to statements on Friday. National and provincial mining ministries told Barrick executives at a Thursday meeting that the Canadian company's ongoing business in the country hinges on a new working plan for the openpit mine, according to a government statement.