Over 245 New Mining Sites in Kachin Since the Coup

Following the 2021 coup, the number of rare earth mining sites in Kachin State rose from 126 to over 371—an increase of 245 sites, nearly doubling the total since the pre-coup period.

By ISP Admin | April 30, 2025

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Over 245 New Mining Sites in Kachin Since the Coup

Following the 2021 coup, the number of rare earth mining sites in Kachin State rose from 126 to over 371—an increase of 245 sites, nearly doubling the total since the pre-coup period.