exploration
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Fiji Mining Hit by Land-Access Hurdles and High-Risk Exploration Ahead of Mining Act Review
Mining exploration in Fiji is a high‑risk, high‑cost endeavor, where millions can be spent with uncertain returns. Land access hurdles and limited local understanding of potential benefits are shaping a critical moment as regulators review key mining laws. Industry voices are calling for stronger community outreach to connect exploration with real local opportunities.
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Ba Province pushes for time-bound prospecting licences and local mineral ownership
Ba Province’s Ratu Meli Tora is calling for fixed timeframes and tighter controls on prospecting licences to curb environmental disruption on native lands. He also advocates giving landowners a say in mineral ownership on customary land, signaling a push for stronger local input and regulatory change.