Vietnam's coal output in the January-April period fell 1.9 percent from a year ago to 16.6 million tons, according to the General Statistics Office.

Market participants say this would be feasible for the province because it is rich in coal and iron ore resources.

China's Hunan reports robust foreign trade growth with Africa in Q1.

Finished Import Market Share YTD at 23%.

Most of the capital goods in China posted lower prices in late April compared with mid-April, official data showed Monday.

Hoa Phat steel sales hit 457,000 tonnes in April.

Australian enterprises eager to participate in 6th CIIE.

BHP is looking into initiatives to grow its iron ore production to 300 million tonnes per annum.