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Syunik mining industry may endanger the local forests, as “Socio-economic development program for Syunik Region for 2014-2017” says, which the Armenian Government approved on 6 February.
“Syunik, which is relatively rich in forests, is in a contradictory situation, rich and picturesque forests, on one hand, and metallic mines and rich subsoil subject to mining, on the other hand, which caused various environmental problems in the region together with positive socio-economic consequences,” the program says.
The program proposes a solution, “…banning mining in forest or nearby territories up to the application of new and up-to-date technologies by upcoming generations.”
The total forest fund of Syunik makes up 94825 ha, including 68912 ha of forests and 25913 ha of bushes.
February 11, 2014 at 08:42