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Argentine MPs to debate bill allowing mining in glacier and permafrost areas

A bill promoted by President Javier Milei would permit mining in ecologically sensitive glacier and permafrost zones.

Published Apr 8, 2026, 1:26 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Argentine MPs were set to begin debating a bill promoted by President Javier Milei. The measure would authorize mining in ecologically sensitive glacier and permafrost areas and has been described as a watered-down glaciers protection effort.