Mongolia plans to mine 90 million tons of coal and 1.9 million tons of copper this year.

Mongolia will mine 90 million tons of coal and 1.9 million tons of copper this year.

Tuva, Ulan Bator, January 27 - Mongolia plans to mine 90 million tons of coal, 1.9 million tons of copper, and 9.4 million tons of iron ore this year.

This information was reported at a special discussion session on the implementation of policies and action plans in the field of industry and mineral resources. Currently, there are 1,031 valid mineral exploration permits and 1,771 mining permits throughout the country.

At the discussion session, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economic Development Z. Enkhbayar and Deputy Minister S. Davaasuren attended and introduced the policies followed in this field, the projects and plans being implemented, as well as the key work for this year.

Deputy Minister of Economy and Development S. Davaasuren pointed out that the inverse ratio of mineral exploration and mining permits has posed risks to the development of the industry, and asked the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources G. Damdinyam about the time required to restore the normal ratio, the scale of funds, and the budget arrangements.

Original article: toutiao.com/article/1855469751936330/

Statement: This article represents the views of the author himself.