Vietnam steelmaker buys Australian iron ore mine to secure supply

Hoa Phat's move comes as world's largest steelmaker China boosts production

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Hoa Phat has acquired rights to the Roper Valley iron ore mine in Australia, which has the capacity to produce 4 million tons yearly. (Photo courtesy of Hoa Phat)

TOMOYA ONISHI, Nikkei staff writer

HANOI -- Leading Vietnamese steelmaker Hoa Phat Group has purchased the entire interest in an Australian iron ore mine to secure a stable supply of raw materials in a competitive market.

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