Los Haitises National Park Saved (for now)

Image protesting the cement plant

I forgot to mention a positive development in my previous post. The Los Haitises National Park had been slated as the location for a new cement plant despite the obvious environmental concerns and widespread public opposition. Following a decision by the United Nations Development Program, the plan has been nixed. Their review found the project was not viable. It was a major victory for environmental groups here who struggled hard against a neoliberal goverment plagued by corruption that usually lets business have it’s way.

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