SEOS: Mineral Resources Strategy is a direct continuation of the sell-off of natural resources
The Alliance of Ecological Organizations of Serbia (SEOS) condemned the decision of the Serbian Parliament to adopt the Strategy for Management of Minerals and Mining Resources, assessing that the document represents a direct continuation of the sell-off of natural resources and an open attack on the health of Serbian citizens.
TL;DR
- SEOS condemns Serbia's Strategy for Mineral and Mining Resources Management.
- The strategy is seen as a continuation of selling off natural resources and a threat to public health.
- SEOS claims the strategy favors multinational corporations and domestic intermediaries over the people.
- Intensified mining activities are predicted to destroy fertile land, pollute water, and harm health.
- The strategy allegedly ignored public consultation and the concerns of local populations and experts.
- SEOS calls for citizens, professionals, and free-thinkers to defend the country, water, and life.
- The participation of the Chinese company 'Ziđin' in drafting the strategy is noted as problematic.
- The process of adopting the strategy is described as undemocratic and non-transparent.