Conflict Minerals: Redefining Conflict Minerals: Artisanal Mining's Role in Global Violence and Economic Development

Mar 6, 2024 | Salman Akhtar, BNN Breaking
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For over two decades, the narrative around 'conflict minerals' has been dominated by the image of armed groups exploiting resources to fund warfare in politically unstable regions. However, recent research and geopolitical developments suggest a broader, more complex picture involving artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM), which, while often overlooked, plays a significant role in local economies and the global supply chain of critical minerals for green technologies.