Maya Chortí Communities Challenge 30-Year Mining Extension

Published on Honduras Daily · Jun 12, 2026 · Originally reported June 11, 2026 by Criterio.hn

Indigenous Maya Chortí communities in Copán are filing a nullity action against Minosa's 30-year mining concession extension, arguing the company improperly invoked an automatic administrative approval (afirmativa ficta) without meeting legal requirements or consulting affected residents.

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