Argentina approves Milei’s glacier mining bill amid environmental protests | Argentina

Argentina’s congress approved a bill allowing mining in ecologically sensitive areas of glaciers and permafrost, despite strong opposition from environmentalists. The amendment to the “glacier law”, which was already passed by the senate in February, was approved with 137 votes in favor, 111 against, and three abstentions. Environmentalists argue that the legislation will weaken protections for crucial water sources and that mining in these areas is unsustainable. The bill has been supported by some provinces with strong mining sectors but faces criticism from scientists who warn of the environmental damage it could cause.