Cámara Minera de Panamá proposes orderly resumption of Cobre Panamá operations

The Panama Mining Chamber (CAMIPA) has recommended an orderly resumption of operations at Cobre Panamá, arguing that the country must reach a reasoned decision regarding the project's future to reduce ongoing uncertainty. CAMIPA asserts that prolonged indecision negatively impacts workers, local communities, suppliers, investment, and the environmental management of existing facilities.

The proposal suggests that any reopening must strictly adhere to the current constitutional and legal framework. CAMIPA emphasizes that the process should be based on the findings of a comprehensive audit, which would serve as the foundation for a public action plan featuring corrective measures, specific deadlines, and verifiable indicators.

Key requirements for a potential resumption include continuous monitoring of water protection, tailings management, facility stability, and biodiversity. Furthermore, the chamber advocates for a verifiable plan to recover jobs and opportunities for Panamanian suppliers, ensuring that economic and social benefits are tied to measurable commitments and accountability.