Myanmar's Wa State reaffirms tin mining ban
2023-05-26 15:43:29 [Print]
Myanmar's Wa State authorities have reiterated firm stand on suspending work at mines, including exploration, mining and processing of mineral resources including tin from August 1, 2023, according to an official document issued by the Ministry of Finance on May 20.
The government of Wa State has vowed to put in place measures, including that all mines within the mining area of Wa must gear up for the cessation of production from August 1. Preservation of existing facilities and infrastructures is mandated, with stringent penalties for intentional destruction or safety violations. The state's mines, open-pit mining areas, and concentrators are to enhance safety measures in slag piles, tailings, roads, and rivers prior to the rainy season to prevent safety hazards related to the mining halt. Pumping operations will be permitted to avert mine collapse and minor damages, but any form of exploration or mining will remain prohibited.
The government of Wa State has vowed to put in place measures, including that all mines within the mining area of Wa must gear up for the cessation of production from August 1. Preservation of existing facilities and infrastructures is mandated, with stringent penalties for intentional destruction or safety violations. The state's mines, open-pit mining areas, and concentrators are to enhance safety measures in slag piles, tailings, roads, and rivers prior to the rainy season to prevent safety hazards related to the mining halt. Pumping operations will be permitted to avert mine collapse and minor damages, but any form of exploration or mining will remain prohibited.
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