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Panama orders halt to new mining projects as street protests grow

Panama will reject all new mining projects.
President Laurentino Cortizo announced that the new mining restrictions will apply to both future mining projects as well as those currently seeking permits.




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  • Jane Wangui

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    Now they will listen to the protesters and hear them out.We must stop using fossil fuels.

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    • Videlis Eddie

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      this is a wise decision and set of action from the Panama president

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      • Saustine Lusanzu

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        This is a bold move

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        • Rukia Ahmed Abdi

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          Panama's decision to halt new mining projects, including those seeking permits, signals a significant commitment to environmental protection. By taking this step, the country is recognizing the importance of preserving its natural resources and ecosystems, which is crucial in the global effort to combat climate change.

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          • CHRIS NGATIA

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            This are the kind of efficient steps we need ... Halting mining activities will lead to a cleaner environment

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            • Edwin wangombe

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              Necessary steps... Kudos to the president

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              • Rotich Kim

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                A win to our environment đź’Ş

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                • Edwin wangombe

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                  @rotich_kim a very big win

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                • Elizabeth Gathigia

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                  No more mining #keep the coal in the ground

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                  • Edwin wangombe

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                    @elizbeth_gathigia all fossil fuels should stay in the ground

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                  • rosebellendiritu

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                    We need no more drilling of oils and coal,it has caused more damage that we are experiencing global problems from sicknesses to other ailments.e.t.c.

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                    • mercy nduta

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                      Mining poses serious and highly specific threats to biodiversity.

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                      • Edwin wangombe

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                        @mercy_nduta_984 i just wish they knew how devastating mining of fossil fuels is to the ecosystem

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                      • Richard S

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                        Not 🔥#Canada🔥 again..... #StopCoastalGasLink

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