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Indigenous groups from the Marianas oppose deep-sea mining over environmental and cultural risks.
Indigenous leaders and advocates from the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam have formally opposed proposed deep-sea mining and offshore leasing in the Marianas Archipelago, citing risks to marine ecosystems, cultural heritage, and ancestral waters.
Concerns include irreversible environmental damage, disruption of sacred sites, and inadequate consultation with Indigenous communities.
The opposition spans youth, healers, tribal councils, and government commissions, all urging federal agencies to prioritize ecological integrity and Indigenous rights over resource extraction.
Public comments were submitted to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management and the EPA as part of ongoing federal review processes.
Los grupos indígenas de las Islas Marianas se oponen a la minería en aguas profundas por los riesgos ambientales y culturales.