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Peru struggles to contain illegal gold mining in its rainforests

Illegal gold mining continues to expand or persist in Peru’s rainforest regions, according to the report. The activity threatens ecosystems and can fuel wider criminal and governance problems.

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Environmental destruction and illicit mining networks can undermine public health, security and state control.

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  1. Peru is losing a battle against illegal gold mining in its rainforests ↗mining.com · Recorded source date: Aug 28, 2026, 7:46 PM UTC

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