Georgetown : Ministry of Natural Resources launches ‘Operation El Dorado’ as part of its continued efforts to eliminate illegal mining in Guyana.
Subject Minister Robert Persaud explained that a mechanism is in place to address every issue raised by miners, particularly as it relates to illegal mining and targeting of miners. Through this mechanism, reports are investigated by the Guyana Police Force (GPF) and the Home Affairs Ministry.
Minister Persaud said while illegal mining continues to be an issue the Ministry and the Guyna Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) are faced with.
“At the end of the day we do not want police or anyone to shake down any miner, local or foreign…but the issue of illegal mining by Brazilians or non-Brazilians must be brought under control,” he said.
At present, a team is conducting investigations into reports of illegal mining at Achiwib, Region Nine
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