Nearly 640,000 cubic meters of land and rock have been illegally mined in Da Nang over the past period, according to the inspection conclusion of the Department of Natural Resources and Environment. This issue not only leads to the loss of national resources but also poses significant challenges for management and environmental protection.
Current Status of Illegal Mining
1. Violations at Biên Giới Construction Joint Stock Company
Biên Giới Construction Joint Stock Company is one of the entities severely violating mining regulations. The report indicates that the company illegally extracted 105,807 cubic meters of soil from February to October 2020 without completing the necessary land lease documents. Additionally, the company was found to be exceeding permitted extraction limits and failing to adhere to mine design standards in 2022.
An active quarry mining in Da Nang
An active quarry mining in Da Nang (Photo: Hoài Sơn).
In 2022, the company continued to violate by failing to install weigh stations to track extraction volumes and providing inaccurate information in their records. These actions led the Chairman of Da Nang People’s Committee to issue a fine of 215 million Vietnamese Dong.
2. Other Companies in Violation
Not only Biên Giới Construction Joint Stock Company, but several other enterprises were also caught illegally mining:
- Quang-HT Joint Stock Company: Extracted 129,000 cubic meters of stone from May 2021 to May 30, 2022, without completing the necessary land lease documents.
- Trung Thành Da Nang Limited Liability Company: Extracted 13,400 cubic meters of stone from September 2020 to December 2020 and more than 162,000 cubic meters of stone from early 2021 to April 2022, lacking proper legal documentation.
- Dong Son Hoa Ninh State-owned Limited Liability Company: Extracted over 228,730 cubic meters of stone from 2019 to 2021 without valid land lease documents.
Causes and Negative Impacts
Illegal mining not only results in resource depletion but also severely impacts the environment and people’s livelihoods. Improper mining techniques can lead to landslides, water and air pollution. Moreover, this practice reduces transparency in national resource management.
The Da Nang Department of Natural Resources and Environment has recommended relevant agencies to review and clarify the responsibilities of organizations and individuals involved in these violations. This aims to ensure that mining activities are conducted legally and sustainably benefit the community.
Solutions and Recommendations
To prevent illegal mining, the following comprehensive measures should be implemented:
- Strengthen inspections and supervision of mining activities.
- Severely penalize violations and publicly disclose information to deter further misconduct.
- Increase awareness campaigns among businesses and the public about the importance of protecting natural resources.
- Improve legal frameworks and management mechanisms to eliminate loopholes in enforcement.
Strictly managing mining activities will not only protect national resources but also promote sustainable development locally. Readers can find more detailed information from reputable sources or contact the Da Nang Department of Natural Resources and Environment for the latest measures.
Let’s work together to protect natural resources for a more sustainable future!
