200 Residents Protest in Mondulkiri Seeking Gold Extraction Permit, Authorities Deny Due to Environmental Impact
Approximately 200 residents gathered in Mondulkiri province to request permission to extract gold from mining waste on their land. Authorities denied the request, citing environmental protection and the area being within a mining license zone. Residents also seek compensation for potential impacts on their homes.
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