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Visit by Bern Convention Representatives to Bosilegrad Concludes, Independent Assessment of Mine Activities Requested

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As a conclusion to the visit of the Bern Convention delegation to Bosilegrad, Serbia, a joint meeting was held at the municipal building, attended by representatives of the international team, local authorities, state institutions, the National Council of the Bulgarian National Minority, non-governmental organisations and civil society activists. The visit was prompted by a complaint concerning the potential impact of mining activities in the Karamanitsa area on water resources, natural habitats, wild flora and fauna, and the overall quality of the environment. Prior to the final meeting, the Bern Convention representatives held two separate meetings, one with environmental activists and another with local authorities. The delegation also visited parts of the affected areas along the Tlaminska River valley. During the discussion, the various parties presented their positions. Municipal representatives challenged the credibility of some of the published materials and photographs related

First report: Bern Convention Representatives Visit Bosilegrad Over Environmental Concerns — bta.bg, 1d