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How Chinese rare-earth mining threatens the Mekong River

by Admin | Sep 17, 2025 | Daily News, Environment

Source: Deutsche Welle | By David Hutt

Rare-earth mining in Myanmar is polluting the Mekong River with toxic metals, threatening ecosystems, food security, and water supplies across mainland Southeast Asia.

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