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SA treasurer attacks Chinese government over smelter woes

Filed: May 03, 2026 at 10:02 PM ET
Summary: South Australia’s treasurer said the Chinese government is undermining the profitability of the Port Pirie metal smelter.
WHO: SA treasurer
WHAT: The SA treasurer accused the Chinese government of undermining the Port Pirie smelter’s profitability.
WHEN: May 03, 2026 at 9:36 PM ET
WHERE: Port Pirie, Australia
WHY: The treasurer said a foreign government is undermining the smelter’s profitability.
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