Laos Halts Unauthorised Iron Mining Due to Environmental Damage and Legal Violations
The Department of Geology and Mining in Laos has ordered Dao Chaleun Company to cease operations for unauthorised iron mining in Vang Vieng. The company violated the Law on Minerals and caused turbidity in the Song River. Authorities demand environmental restoration and legal action.
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