'We urge the National Historical Commission of the Philippines to take a firm stand against the continued destruction of Homonhon Island,' says the Save Homonhon Movement
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CEBU, Philippines – Environmental group Save Homonhon Movement urged the National Historical Commission of the Philippines to take a proactive role in the protection of Homonhon island in Eastern Samar from harmful mining activities. The environmental group said the island is an “invaluable cultural and historical treasure of the Philippines”, citing its significance in its colonial history.
“Given your authority and expertise in matters of historical preservation, we urge the National Historical Commission of the Philippines to take a firm stand against the continued destruction of Homonhon Island,” the Save Homonhon Movement said.According to the Mines and Geosciences Bureau in Eastern Visayas, four mining companies are extracting nickel and chromite from the island’s mountains, namely Emir Minerals Resources Corp., Global Min-Met Resources Inc., King Resources Mining Corp.
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