Former Mines Disadvantage the People
Mining activities in several provinces have destroyed the local environment, leaving the people to struggle to resolve the environmental problems on their own due to the government’s inattention.
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Several men mine sand on Wednesday (8/1/2020) at a former tin mine near Depati Amir Airport in Pangkal Pinang, Bangka Belitung Islands. At least 12,000 open pits have sprouted in Bangka Belitung over the last five years.
Mining activities in several provinces have destroyed the local environment, leaving the people to struggle to resolve the environmental problems on their own due to the government’s inattention.
JAKARTA, KOMPAS — Even though mining has contributed much to the economy, the thousands of abandoned mine pits throughout Indonesia have damaged the environment and harmed the lives of people.