Environment Secretary Regina Paz Lopez plans to employ an iron-hand policy in going after illegal mining and is eyeing a “commando group for the environment” against erring miners.
“I am putting up a SWAT team to go after those engaged in illegal mining activities and will work with the military and the police,” Lopez said in a text message to reporters.
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