High-profile group opposes private gold mining and licence renewal
A group of high-profile academics and former politicians in Thailand have rallied opposition against the renewal of Akara Resources’ gold mining licence and the company’s plan to open a new gold mine, arguing that the gains from the new concession would not be worth the environmental pollution and harm to public health. Former Bangkok senator Rossana Tositrakul said revenue from gold mine concessions cannot compensate for the environmental damage and adverse health effects.
