In Tamshiyacu, Loreto were deforested thousand hectares of forests, in 11 months, according to NASA photos.
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World Bank approves $ 50 million against deforestation in Peru
Investment Plan Projects in Peru are the result of coordination between Amazonian indigenous organizations and the Peruvian government.
(Video) Chinese citizens mined illegally in protected area of Huánuco
Chinese citizens in Peru were arrested for mining for gold in a protected area.
Puno Region: Operations again illegal mining between Ramis and Suches rivers
An ultimatum was given to illegal miners operating by the Ramis and Suches rivers.
Correa Defends Oil Extraction in the Yasuni Amazon Reserve
Rafael Correa, president of Ecuador, defended the exploration of petroleum resources in the Yasuní Amazon Reserve while giving a talk at a French university.
Loreto: Importance of protect wetlands in the Peruvian Amazon is highlighted
Event showed the importance of international instruments for the protection of wetlands.
Gold balance weighs against the forest in Madre de Dios
Elevation of price of the metal after the 2008 economic crisis has increased illegal mining in the Peruvian Amazon. Deforestation in the region tripled.
Peru: The database contains 52 Amazonian nations and 4 Andeans
Read an interview with Vice Minister of Interculturality of Peru
Extent of Peruvian Amazon lost to illegal goldmines mapped for first time
Researchers have recorded a 400% increase in the area of Madre de Dios taken over by small mines from 1999 to 2012
Corruption in Peru Aids Cutting of Rain Forest
With vast territory to cover, government authorities are working hard to fight the illegal timber trade that often goes on deep in the jungle.