An environmental advocacy group lamented that mining-affected communities are still awaiting “decisive actions” from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration despite their demands. | JEMendozaINQ
In light of Marcos’ State of the Nation address, the group Alyansa Contra Mina said Marcos and Department of Environment and Natural Resources Secretary Toni Yulo-Loyzaga “have not acted on the demands of mining-affected communities” particularly the residents of Sibuyan Island in Romblon and Brooke’s Point in Palawan.“Until now, mining-affected communities are still awaiting decisive government actions,” the group said in a statement.
“Investigations have still to be conducted, mining operations have yet to be permanently stopped, and mining contracts have still to be canceled,” it added.
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