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Resource Exploitation and Forest Loss Reported in Pakistan's Hazara, Balochistan, and…

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What happened

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Forest clearing and mineral exploitation are currently occurring across Hazara, Balochistan, and Kohistan in Pakistan. Reports indicate that mountains rich with minerals and forests are being subjected to reckless excavations and tree chopping. This exploitation is noted in Balochistan and certain districts of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa.

From tribune.com.pk

Why it matters

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The activities raise concerns regarding the socio-economic and ecological outcomes of resource extraction. While excavating companies reportedly amass billions of dollars, the process risks leaving behind ecological disasters and impoverished local communities.

From tribune.com.pk

Who's involved

  • PakistanSovereign state where the resource exploitation is occurring
  • HazaraRegion in northern Pakistan where forest clearing is reported
  • BalochistanProvince of Pakistan where mineral exploitation is reported
  • KohistanMountainous region in Pakistan where forest loss is reported
  • Khyber PakhtunkhwaProvince of Pakistan where resource exploitation is occurring

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Khyber PakhtunkhwaSpeculative

    Resource exploitation and forest loss in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa might materially damage its natural capital.

  • KohistanSpeculative

    The direct loss of natural capital in Kohistan could impact local economies.

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Coverage

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