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WASHINGTON, Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

Today the Board of Directors of the International Copper Association (ICA)

elected Steve Higgins, Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer,

Freeport-McMoRan, as its Chairman of the Board. He will serve in this capacity

for two years.

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Higgins replaces Ivan Arriagada, Group CEO, Antofagasta PLC, who served as ICA

Chairman for the last two years.

In his new role as ICA Chairman, Higgins will help guide the copper industry at

an important time. "I have long appreciated the work ICA has undertaken as the

leading voice for the copper industry. This is a momentous time for the industry

not only because of the essential role copper will play in building back the global

economy, but the role copper can play in helping meet global climate emissions

targets," stated Higgins. "I am honored to begin my tenure as ICA's Chairman.

I look forward to working with my copper industry colleagues and the ICA executive

team to deliver value for the industry in high-impact, end-use markets."

ICA's President, Tony Lea, noted, "Steve has always been a strong advocate for

the ICA, and I know his passion for the industry will benefit our members and

staff. I extend my gratitude to Ivan Arriagada for his guidance and dedication

over the last two years. ICA has made tremendous strides on behalf of the

copper industry during his tenure."

About the International Copper Association

The International Copper Association (ICA) brings together the global copper

industry to develop and defend markets for copper and make a positive

contribution to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Headquartered in

Washington, D.C., ICA has offices in three primary regions: Asia, Europe and

North America. ICA and its Copper Alliance(R) partners are active in more than

60 countries worldwide. For additional information, please visit

www.copperalliance.org.

Media contact:

Nicole Witoslawski, +1 646 350 9968

nicole.witoslawski@copperalliance.org

SOURCE: International Copper Association