A new report, Silence is Golden, jointly authored by The Rt. Hon Dominic Raab and the World Gold Council, reveals the extent to which artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) is exploited to fund conflict, terrorism, and organised crime. The findings outline significant challenges faced by the gold industry, urging global collaboration to address these issues.Key Findings of the ReportASGM accounts for around 20% of the global gold supply and 80% of gold mining employment. However, the report highlights vulnerabilities within the sector, making it a target for exploitation by criminal organisations, armed groups, and corrupt officials.The identified challenges include:The report…

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