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Illegal mining camp in the Agua Blanca sector located within the Caura National Park in the southern Bolivar state.
The dossier notes that although there is no official epidemiological information available, there is credible testimonial evidence that mercury isin the Venezuelan Amazon and that the widespread use of the metal threatens even those who live far from gold mining areas. “This situation occurs even though the Venezuelan State is obliged by international conventions and national legislation to protect all people at risk and particularly vulnerable groups,” the report states. “ should set up a national plan for the reduction and eventual elimination of the use of mercury in gold exploitation in the country, as well as provide medical assistance to all affected people.
The document denounces that mercury pollution and its effects should be considered a form of state violence, which is combined with other types of violent crimes impacting people in Venezuela’s mining areas.According to the Bolivarian National Armed Forces , more than 7,000 people have been evicted from the Amazon region for practicing illegal mining, while over 2,500 soldiers have been deployed in national parks, natural reserves and hydrographic basins to run operations against illegal mining.
Illegal gold mining boomed in Venezuela as the economy suffered one of the deepest slumps in modern world history from 2013 onward. The industry has mostly attracted vulnerable Venezuelans, lured by the riches of the deposits.Currently, excess production can reach up to 5% of the total allowed and if miners go over that limit, they have to pay a validation fee.While plummeting spot TC/RCs – from $90+ to $3 – are behind the rally, copper’s long term supply problems are also firmly back in focus.
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