Argentina MPs approve bill allowing mining in glaciers
Al Jazeera·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Argentina's lower house approved a bill allowing mining in glaciers and permafrost areas with 137 votes in favour. The amendment to the Glacier Law, already approved by the Senate in February, permits extraction of copper, lithium, and silver from the Andes. Environmentalists opposed the change, citing threats to water sources. Thousands protested outside parliament Wednesday. President Javier Milei supports the reform to boost mining exports and economic development.
Key Entities
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