Bolivia mining code reform faces sector opposition over legislative oversight removal

Bolivia's government proposes a new Mining and Metallurgy Code to replace the 12-year-old Law 535, which would eliminate the requirement for legislative approval of some mining contracts. Local sectors in Potosí reject the draft, citing concerns over reduced oversight and potential impacts on resource governance. The outcome is uncertain as the proposal faces political resistance.

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