Panama's Supreme Court declared First Quantum's contract unconstitutional

Reuters

Panama's Supreme Court declared Canadian miner First Quantum's contract for a copper mine unconstitutional. The ruling, published in the official gazette, led to widespread protests. President Laurentino Cortizo announced the mine's imminent closure. The decision follows weeks of public outcry. The mine's closure will have significant economic and environmental implications.


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