Philippines: Nickel mining projects approved despite inadequate consultation and serious risks to communities’ health and environment
- Amnesty International reported that nickel mining in the Philippines is causing human rights abuses and health issues for indigenous and rural communities, particularly in Santa Cruz and Brooke's Point.
- Local residents have experienced a rise in health problems, including respiratory issues and skin diseases, linked to nickel mining operations.
- The Philippine government has been criticized for inadequate consultation with affected communities, violating legal protections for indigenous peoples.
- Amnesty International urged the suspension of mining operations until investigations into human rights and environmental abuses are conducted.
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