Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/271 |
S-T-I§29; S-T-IV§253, 257, 267, 270 |
East African Community (EAC): Tanzania |
2012 |
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The Sustainable Management of Mineral Resources Project (SMMRP) is a five-year (2010-14) programme co-financed by the International Development Association and the Tanzanian Government, while the Petroleum Act, approved in 2008, introduced provisions for, inter alia, public safety and environmental protection
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Bio
Energy
Environment
Natural resources
Sustainable
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/271 |
S-U-IV§214-215, 222, 229-231, 239, 243, 248 |
East African Community (EAC): Uganda |
2012 |
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Mining |
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The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD) is mandated to establish, promote the development, strategically manage and safeguard the rational and sustainable exploitation and utilization of energy, including renewable energy, and mineral resources for social and economic development, while the legal and regulatory framework governing petroleum exploration and production includes the Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Act, Chapter 150 of the Laws of Uganda 2000; the Petroleum (Exploration and Production) (Conduct of Exploration Operations) Regulations, 1993; production sharing agreements (PSAs); and various environment, wildlife, water statutes and guidelines
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Bio
Conservation
Energy
Environment
Forest
Renewable
Sustainable
Waste
Wildlife
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/289/REV.1 |
S-Summary§29 |
Peru |
2013 |
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Mining is a cornerstone for the Peruvian economy: it contributes about 5% to GDP, accounts for about 20% of fiscal revenues, is an important source of employment, generates almost two-thirds of export revenues, and is one of the main targets of FDI inflows. Production of basic metals (copper, zinc, molybdenum, iron and lead) and precious metals like gold and silver has declined in recent years partly due to the postponement of some new mining projects because of fears about their environmental impact.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/289/REV.1 |
S-IV§48 |
Peru |
2013 |
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However, some mining projects have been suspended, such as the Conga gold mine in Cajamarca, the largest in the country and valued at almost US$5 billion, owing among other things to public opposition, prompted by fears of the environmental impact of the project on the region.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/289/REV.1 |
S-IV§55 |
Peru |
2013 |
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Mining |
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Under the General Law on Mining there are no limitations on foreign capital participation in mineral exploration, exploitation or processing projects, but exploration and exploitation require a mining concession.The mining concession does not bestow a surface right and a land use permit is required before any kind of mining activity can be carried out. Moreover, environmental impact assessments have to be approved for exploration, exploitation and ore processing activities, among others. Surveying, prospecting and marketing are activities that can be carried out without the need for a concession from the State.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/289/REV.1 |
S-III§51 |
Peru |
2013 |
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Mining |
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The formulation of mining policy is the responsibility of the Ministry of Energy and Mining. Mining policy seeks to update the mining regulations so as to ensure legal stability for investment, while improving the conditions for private investment; to boost the development of mining activities with better safety conditions for the workers and for society, while protecting the environment and maintaining harmonious relations with the community; and to reinforce supervision.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/289/REV.1 |
S-IV§52 |
Peru |
2013 |
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Mining |
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The Supervisory Authority for Investment in Energy and Mining (OSINERGMIN) is the public body with national responsibility for supervising and monitoring compliance with the legal and technical provisions relating to mining, electricity and hydrocarbons. It is also responsible for monitoring the safety of the infrastructure associated with these activities. Since 2010, the environmental regulations have been supervised, monitored and enforced by the Environmental Assessment and Monitoring Service (OEFA) of the Ministry of the Environment.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/288 |
S-IV§16 |
Kyrgyz Republic |
2013 |
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Mining |
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Kyrgyz policy on the use of subsoil; resources is formulated by the Ministry of Economy. Certain aspects require Government approval, including strategies for the development of sites and deposits, and implementing regulations. Implementation is by the State Agency for Geology and Mineral Resources(SAGMR), acting, inter alia, as the authority in charge of licensing and work-plan approval. Discovered deposits must be registered with the State Commission on Mineral Reserves (GKZ), which is responsible for confirming reserve estimates. In addition, the State Inspectorate for Ecological and Technical Safety monitors compliance with industrial safety and environmental regulations, while the State Agency for Environmental Protection and forestry conducts environmental impact evaluations.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/288 |
S-IV§17 |
Kyrgyz Republic |
2013 |
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Mining |
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Mining operations at Kumtor have also been subject to fines for alleged past environmental damages, in (apparent) contradiction with the terms of the 2009 agreements. These developments, coupled with non-transparent licensing practices (see below), point to a rather uncertain legal framework, which continues to discourage private investment.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/288 |
S-IV§24 |
Kyrgyz Republic |
2013 |
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Mining |
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Pursuant to a special tax regime negotiated in 2009, the operator of the Kumtor gold mine is subject to a 13% tax on gross revenue, a contribution (1% of gross revenue) to a fund for the development of the district where the mine is located, and a fixed environmental charge.
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