For its part, OceanaGold told the press it has not received formal notice of the suspension. With management saying they would likely challenge any such orders in court. The Chamber of Mines of the Philippines also said it will take legal action against the closures and suspensions. Watch to see if mines are allowed to stay operating as these court cases proceed, and for effects on nickel supply and prices if the shutdowns are implemented immediately. Here's to the shoe dropping, Dave Forest Article by Pierce Points