Govt approves planning guidelines for mining of rare earth elements


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PUTRAJAYA: The National Physical Planning Council has approved planning guidelines for rare earth elements (REE) mining activities to ensure they are conducted in a sustainable and environmentally-friendly manner.

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming (pic) said the Town and Country Planning Department (PLANMalaysia) drew up the guidelines to facilitate and support sustainable environmental management in mining activities.

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