A conference underway this week is trying to work around sanctions and rhetoric in order to focus on mutual interests in the Bering Sea.
Energy & Mining
Southeast communities speak out on B.C. mines
More than half a dozen mines have been proposed in B.C., and several sit in the headwaters of rivers flowing into Southeast Alaska.
Transboundary group wants a voice in BC mining process
Proposed copper mines in British Columbia have a coalition speaking out on what they say could potentially hurt salmon runs for people on both sides of the border.
It’s back to barging for Chieftain Metals’ Tulsequah project
The company that’s trying to reopen the Tulsequah Chief Mine has apparently abandoned plans to build a road to the mine site
BC official says mine concerns heard, critics disagree
British Columbia officials say they understand why Alaskans are concerned about new mines planned for transboundary rivers. But critics on this side of the border say they’re not doing anything about it.
B.C. mines concern some–not all–candidates
British Columbia mines are slated to be built close to transboundary rivers. That worries some candidates for the Alaska Legislature.