Why Peru’s 15-Year Mining Concession Plan Is Stirring Alarm

Peru’s mining industry is pushing back against a bill that would cut the life of unused concessions to 15 years from 30, arguing the measure would undermine long-cycle project development, discourage formal investment and intensify pressure from informal operators in mineral-rich areas. The bill passed committee this week and is headed for a floor debate. […] The post Why Peru’s 15-Year Mining Concession Plan Is Stirring Alarm appeared first on the deep dive.