How Europe Can Help Stop the Amazon's Illicit Gold Rush
October 20, 2026
October 20, 2026
NEW YORK, Oct. 20 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news:
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How Europe Can Help Stop the Amazon's Illicit Gold Rush
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The gold in your wedding ring or smartphone may have a dark history. Across the Amazon, illegal gold mining is enriching criminal groups while devastating local communities. European countries can help by voting to pursue a new legal instrument to enhance international law enforcement . . .
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How Europe Can Help Stop the Amazon's Illicit Gold Rush
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The gold in your wedding ring or smartphone may have a dark history. Across the Amazon, illegal gold mining is enriching criminal groups while devastating local communities. European countries can help by voting to pursue a new legal instrument to enhance international law enforcement . . .