Bong Mieu exit causes golden headache for local authorities

Bong Mieu exit causes golden headache for local authorities

The current standing of laws on environmental protection and minerals in Vietnam are being called into question after the collapse of Bong Mieu gold mine, with locals paying the price for the damage left behind.
Lessons gleaned from failing mining ventures

Lessons gleaned from failing mining ventures

The main purposes of attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) into the mining sector are to increase deep exploration with high technology, linking local businesses into supply chains, and increase the government’s budgetary revenue.