Lay Theologian Wilson Amad criticized collusion between local government officials and foreign mining entities, stating it paves the way for the exploitation of indigenous lands.
He declared that the concept of “sustainable mining” is false and illusory, as mining inherently results in the degradation of waterways and marine ecosystems.
He challenged the government to reform legal provisions to prioritize environmental preservation over the “sustainable greed” of commercial enterprises.
Above all, the speaker reminded the public that natural ecosystems possess intrinsic value that must be preserved intact for future generations.
