This was stressed by the Commission on Human Rights on Saturday, April 17, as it expressed optimism that the government will make sure that all relevant mining and environmental laws are “observed and faithfully implemented” now that President Duterte has lifted the 2012 moratorium on new mining agreements.
This would include the Filipino people’s absolute participation in making decisions on the exploration, development, and utilization of natural resources, such as minerals, De Guia, a lawyer, said. Also, she pointed out, agencies such as the Department of Environment and Natural Resources , should enhance environmental safeguards and monitor human rights compliance in the mining industry.
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