Illegal Gold Mining Persists in Amazon Despite Brazil Crackdown

Greenpeace reports that illegal miners continue to extract billions in gold from the Amazon rainforest, despite ongoing crackdowns by the Brazilian government. The illicit activity causes significant environmental damage and economic loss.

29 May, 03:09 — 29 May, 03:09

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Illegal miners extract billions in Amazon gold despite Brazil crackdown, Greenpeace finds - The Straits Times

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Illegal Gold Mining Persists in Amazon Despite Brazil Crackdown

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Illegal miners extract billions in Amazon gold despite Brazil crackdown, Greenpeace finds - The Straits Times

llegal miners extract billions in Amazon gold despite Brazil crackdown, Greenpeace finds

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