Wissanu: Kingsgate can resume gold mining if it complies with new mining lawMembers of a civic group hold up official documents to show they are residents of Phichit affected by gold mining in the province, on Jan 22, 2018. (Bangkok Post file photo)Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam says Kingsgate Consolidated Ltd can resume gold mining operations if it strictly complies with four conditions under the new mining legislation. Mr Wissanu, a legal specialist, made his remarks after media reported the Australian mining company said it has now received from the Thai government four outstanding mining leases (MLs) required to operate the Chatree Gold Mine. Asked if the current international arbitration lawsuit would be terminated since Kingsgate would now be able to resume its gold mining in Thailand, Mr Wissanu said he was not certain. When the new legislation is in force, the mining firm can seek permission to resume its business.

Source: Bangkok Post January 27, 2022 00:28 UTC