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Agarak Copper and Molybdenum Combine intends to mine ore under the church dating back to XV-XVI centuries. Under Bazilik church (XV-XVI centuries) about 2,995,000 tons of ore is available, which contain 0.237% copper and 0.028% molybdenum.
This information is mentioned in the draft project of Agarak open mine expansion. This combine has obliged to pay US $ 400,000 to the state budget for the transfer of the church to Agarak town.
The mining capacity of the open mine will turn into 3,5 million tons annually from 3 million tons. The aim is to combine the mining capacity of the open mine with capacities of Agarak ore dressing factory. The duration of special mining license is 25 years.
April 12, 2013 at 16:19