Benguet Governor Questions Mining Firm’s Permit Renewal
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No Letup in Militarization, Human-Rights Violations in Caraga Region
No Letup in Militarization, Human-Rights Violations in Caraga Region
By RONALYN V. OLEA
There has been a series of four evacuations in the region since July this year. “Martial Law is still being imposed in the region.” -- Genasque Enriquez, leader of Kahugpungan sa mga Lumad Organisasyon-Caraga (Kasalo).
Incarceration of Kin Displaces Dumagat Family
Incarceration of Kin Displaces Dumagat Family
By LYN V. RAMO
Born to a peasant family, Eddie Cruz used to bring home rice, corn, vegetables and fruits to his siblings. His parents, Ligaya and Corsing, now make do with whatever food is given by well-meaning individuals and groups.
Advocates Worry That Aquino’s Mining, Environment Agenda Is Similar to Arroyo’s
Advocates Worry That Aquino’s Mining, Environment Agenda Is Similar to Arroyo’s
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
President Aquino’s electoral platform, inaugural speech and State of the Nation Address (SONA) contain no clear environmental agenda and position on major issues such as mining, climate change and the garbage problem, said Clemente Bautista of Kalikasan.
Diwalwal Stirs Anew as Big Mining Firms Threaten to Displace Thousands
Diwalwal Stirs Anew as Big Mining Firms Threaten to Displace Thousands
By DAISY C. GONZALES, MARILOU AGUIRRE-TUBURAN and JOSE HERNANI
After eight years of government control, the mineral reservation site in Diwalwal has been eyed by big interest groups, leaving Velasco and more than 40,000 villagers in a constant threat of displacement. Small miners resent government’s policy allowing big private mining firms to take over the site.
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