200 Cheated Farmers Give Malaysia a Chance to Reform Bauxite Regulation

200 Cheated Farmers Give Malaysia a Chance to Reform Bauxite Regulation

Residents of Bukit Goh, a city near Kuantan in Eastern Peninsular Malaysia, were given a jolt of excitement late last year when bauxite mining companies offered them between RM300,000 and RM800,000 (US$72,000 – $193,000) for every four hectares of their land that contained bauxite.  After mulling it over, about 200…

When will Illegal Bauxite Mining in Malaysia be Shut Down?

When will Illegal Bauxite Mining in Malaysia be Shut Down?

Illegal bauxite mining is quickly degrading life of all kinds in Malaysia.  The country’s people, environment, and potential for development are all suffering from a rush of poorly regulated mining operations – but despite promises to shut down mines, politicians have not been taking action. Pahang, a populous state in…