‘The Dubai of South America’: how the promise of riches from lithium mining turned to dust in Bolivia
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In Bolivia, the promise of wealth from lithium mining has turned sour as Indigenous communities express concerns over environmental damage and threats to their livelihoods. Politicians have long touted lithium as a key to economic recovery, but locals fear the exploitation of resources will harm their ecosystems.
Editor’s Note: This situation highlights the tension between economic development and environmental preservation. As Bolivia seeks to capitalize on its lithium reserves, the voices of Indigenous communities remind us of the importance of sustainable practices and the need to protect local ecosystems.
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