US EditionWhite House weighs executive order to fast-track deep-sea mining: Report
- The Trump administration is considering allowing companies to bypass a United Nations process for deep-sea mining by issuing an executive order.
- The Metals Company in Canada seeks approval from the U.S. Government to start deep-sea mining in international waters, arguing the U.S. Is not bound by International Seabed Authority rules.
- Environmental groups have criticized the potential move as a major breach of international law and a threat to marine ecosystems.
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Ravalli RepublicLetter to the editor: Bitterroot headwaters are the wrong place for a mine
An Executive Order issued March 20, directs federal agencies to speed up approvals for mining projects on federal land. A list of "priority projects" for this fast-tracking is due April 20.
White House weighs executive order to fast-track deep-sea mining, sources say
The White House is weighing an executive order that would fast-track permitting for deep-sea mining in international waters and let mining companies bypass a United Nations-backed review process, according to two sources with direct knowledge of the deliberations.
White House weighs executive order to fast-track deep-sea mining, sources say
The White House is weighing an executive order that would fast-track permitting for deep-sea mining in international waters and let mining companies bypass a United Nations-backed review process, according to two sources with direct knowledge of the deliberations.
Trump continues the hunt for essential minerals: What resources has he set his sights on now? The White House is preparing the executive order - HotNews.ro
The White House is considering an executive order that would speed up the granting of permits for deep-sea mining in international waters and would allow mining companies to bypass the review process supported by the United Nations…
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