|  ElCiudadano.cl |  Noticias

El Ciudadano

Original article: Masiva marcha por un Penco Lirquén sin mineras: Categórico rechazo al proyecto de Tierras Raras de transnacional Aclara

Neighbors of Penco and Lirquén Massively Protest Against Rare Earth Mining Project

As reported by Resumen.cl, a massive march took place this Saturday from Penco to Lirquén ahead of the impending vote on Aclara Resources’ rare earth mining project, scheduled for this Monday.

Despite a police cordon, local Mapuche groups successfully navigated the route, which included passing by the mining company’s offices, always escorted by Carabineros.

The report highlighted that the demonstration progressed towards Lirquén, where more people joined from sidewalks, with motorists honking in support.

Resumen.cl also noted that protesters and locals in Lirquén recalled the hardships they faced following the devastating forest fire catastrophe in January, emphasizing that as winter approaches, many families continue to live in precarious economic and housing conditions.

Upon reaching the Chinese district of Lirquén, an informative event was held in the plaza by the local organizations, where they emphasized the socio-environmental impacts of the mining project and its potential future expansion.

View records from Resumen.cl

Meanwhile, Sabes.cl reported that hundreds gathered in Penco to participate in the march, uniting neighbors and various organizations to express their discontent ahead of Monday’s vote that could approve this initiative.

The outlet detailed that numerous recordings circulated on social media throughout the afternoon showing participants marching through various sectors of the community with signs, predominantly under the slogan “No to Aclara Mining”.

One of the most noteworthy images captured a tense moment between protesters and Carabineros, lasting only a few minutes.

Koncevision published images of the moment, stating: “PENCO AND LIRQUÉN PROTEST AGAINST THE MINER IN PENCO,” and reported that local residents are “completely opposed to this mining intervention, highlighting the need for Penco to have a pollution-free environment, protecting the land and, most importantly, the quality of life for future generations.”

The outlet recalled that the Environmental Evaluation Service (SEA) issued a report recommending approval of the project, which has sparked total disagreement among the local residents.

See records from KonceVisión

Bio Bio Noticias reported “breaking news” stating that a peaceful march is happening with police protection and a family-friendly atmosphere along Route 150 from Población Lord Cochrane towards Lirquén, with slow traffic towards Tomé but not suspended.

The outlet reproduced testimonies from residents who expressed their “complete disagreement with this mining intervention,” demanding a pollution-free environment and protection for the land and the quality of life for future generations.

Finally, Penco Noticia reported that hundreds of people marched peacefully through the community in total rejection of the project. The local outlet recalled that the SEA issued a report that “recommends” approving the project, which has led to a complete outcry from the community. The environmental commission will cast its vote this Monday. The protest took place under the supervision of Carabineros at several strategic locations in Lirquén to maintain public order, with no incidents reported until their editions were closed.

View publication from Penco Noticias

La entrada Massive March in Penco and Lirquén Against Aclara Resources’ Rare Earth Mining Project se publicó primero en El Ciudadano.