BHP, union extend labour talks at mammoth Chile copper mine
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(Reuters) - The union at the world's largest copper mine, Escondida in Chile, has called off a strike planned to start on Tuesday after agreeing to extend talks with operator BHP for another day.The announcement early on Tuesday comes amid fears of a repeat of last year's strike at Escondida, which jolted markets and dampened economic growth in Chile as it dragged on for 44 days.The extension follows five days of closely-watched talks over pay at the mine that have been mediated by the..