Coal India eyes mining blocks in South Africa.

India is exploring coal deposits in South Africa and seeking out new, safer technology for mining and quarrying.

State-owned miner Coal India Limited (CIL) signed an agreement with South Africa's Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to explore 'mutual prospects' in the African country's coal and mining industry value chain.

'Coal India has been mapping the South African coal mining industry, with the interest of acquiring mining concessions and information on how best to exploit coal deposits in a way that serves the best interest of all stakeholders,' the DTI said in a statement.

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