Peruvian Gold: Everyday Violence and the Politics of Attention

Gold mining is a major industry in Peru, and it has a long and complex history in the country. In recent years, the industry has been plagued by violence, as criminal gangs and armed groups have fought for control of gold-rich areas. This violence has had a devastating impact on local communities, and it has also raised concerns about the environmental and social costs of gold mining.

Resisting Extractivism: Peruvian Gold, Everyday Violence, and the Politics of Attention

by Anthony B. Chan

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Much of the violence in Peru's gold mining industry is everyday violence. This type of violence is often overlooked by official statistics and media coverage, but it is a significant problem for local communities. Everyday violence can include threats, intimidation, harassment, and physical violence. It can also take the form of environmental degradation, such as water and air pollution.

Everyday violence in Peru's gold mining industry is often perpetrated by security forces, mining companies, and criminal gangs. Security forces are often deployed to gold-rich areas to protect mining operations, but they have also been accused of human rights abuses, including arbitrary arrests, torture, and extrajudicial killings. Mining companies have also been accused of violence against local communities, including forced evictions and environmental degradation. Criminal gangs are often involved in the gold trade, and they have been known to use violence to control territory and protect their interests.

Everyday violence has a significant impact on local communities in Peru. It can lead to displacement, poverty, and ill health. It can also damage the environment and destroy traditional ways of life. In some cases, everyday violence can escalate into more serious forms of violence, such as armed conflict.

The Peruvian government has taken some steps to address the problem of violence in the gold mining industry. In 2012, the government launched a national plan to combat illegal gold mining. The plan includes measures to increase security, crack down on money laundering, and promote sustainable mining practices. However, the plan has been criticized for being too focused on law enforcement and not ng enough to address the underlying causes of violence.

The international community can also play a role in addressing the problem of violence in Peru's gold mining industry. International organizations can provide financial and technical assistance to the Peruvian government, and they can also help to raise awareness of the issue. Consumers can also make a difference by choosing to buy gold that has been mined in a responsible way.

The problem of violence in Peru's gold mining industry is a complex one, with no easy solutions. However, by working together, the Peruvian government, the international community, and consumers can take steps to reduce violence and promote sustainable mining practices.

The gold mining industry in Peru is a major source of conflict and violence. Everyday violence, often overlooked by official statistics and media coverage, is a key aspect of the industry and has significant implications for local communities and the environment. The Peruvian government has taken some steps to address the problem, but more needs to be done. The international community and consumers can also play a role in reducing violence and promoting sustainable mining practices.

Resisting Extractivism: Peruvian Gold, Everyday Violence, and the Politics of Attention

by Anthony B. Chan

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	7228 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled
Print length	:	275 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE