Peru Armed Forces dismantle illegal mining ops in Madre de Dios, seize S/8.3M assets

Peruvian armed forces destroyed 15 camps, 9 rafts, and 550 metal cylinders used in illegal mining in Madre de Dios, valued at over S/8.3 million. This is a continuation of ongoing crackdowns on informal mining in the region, which has been a persistent environmental and security issue. The operation signals sustained state enforcement but does not indicate a shift in policy or market impact.