IAI: Global Aluminum Production Increased In April

Published: May 23, 2023 15:43

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Foreign news reported on May 22 that according to data released by the International Aluminum Association (IAI) on Monday, global primary aluminum production in April increased by 0.3% year-on-year to 5.628 million mt.

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