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Philippines to expand mining ban to watershed areas, ore exports

Cecilia Jamasmie | August 25, 2017 | 7:08 am Base Metals Precious Metals Asia China Europe Copper Gold Nickel 

The Philippines may soon toughen up its already hard-core stance on mining by banning the activity in watershed areas, blocking the export of unprocessed minerals and forcing companies to seek legislative approval before operating. The fresh restrictions, contained in a 16-page...

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