Dominican Republic

The mining industry has played an important role in the economic development of the Dominican Republic. The country has a rich history of mining, with gold being the most important mineral extracted in the colonial period. During the 20th century, other minerals such as bauxite, nickel, and copper were also mined in the country.

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In the 1970s and 1980s, mining activity in the country declined due to low market prices for minerals, environmental concerns, and the political crisis that plagued the country. However, significant investments in the mining sector have been made in recent years, particularly in gold mining. Today, the Dominican Republic has several active mines, including Barrick Gold's Pueblo Viejo and GoldQuest's Romero gold mining projects, which are contributing to the country's economic growth. The country's mining sector is regulated by the Ministry of Energy and Mines, which ensures that mining activities are conducted in an environmentally responsible and socially sustainable manner.