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South African executive Gary Nagle is leading discussions to merge Glencore and Rio Tinto, creating a mining powerhouse valued at $260 billion. The merger, if completed, would combine major copper, iron, and coal assets, positioning the new entity to rival global leaders like BHP Group. Glencore’s recent copper acquisitions and plans to nearly double output highlight a strategic push into metals essential for the green economy. The talks mark a renewed attempt after earlier merger discussions fell apart, with both companies confirming preliminary conversations about a possible all-share combination. For Rio Tinto, the deal expands its copper footprint, including a stake in Chile’s Collahuasi mine. The merger could reshape global mining, although aligning strategies between Glencore and Rio remains a key challenge.