The three projects being constructed are with a combined production capacity of 6.2 million tons worth around 35 billion riyals, he added.

Companies and consumers in the Netherlands are using less natural gas and turning to coal and renewable energy sources as the country,.

"The importance of coal-generated electricity for Germany's energy supply has continued to grow," Destatis said.

"Australia will continue to be a trusted and stable supplier of energy and resources to our key trading partners," he said.

Brazil seeks to boost the share of mining in the national economy, focusing on private investment and smaller players.

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In July, the largest suppliers were Canada (544,000 NT, down 14% vs. June), Mexico (460,000 NT, down 12%), South Korea (279,000 NT, down 7%), Brazil (252,000 NT, up 26%) and Japan (173,000 NT, up 76%).