The Brazilian Institute of Mining (Ibram) has collaborated with the Ministry of Justice and Public Safety along with major mining companies in Brazil to devise a specialized security plan aimed at improving safety measures within municipalities hosting gold mining operations.
Ibram disclosed in a media statement that the primary objective of this initiative is to prevent organized crime from engaging in cargo theft, a prevalent concern in these regions.
The agreement inked between the government and mining entities includes the formulation of studies and assessments intended to devise effective strategies countering organized crime’s impact on gold and precious metals operations.
These efforts will be overseen by the National Secretariat of Public Safety (SENASP), collaborating closely with local communities and authorities. The overarching goal is to devise defensive mechanisms against criminal activities while fostering robust information exchange between mining companies and municipal, state, and federal authorities.
Ricardo Cappelli, Minister of Justice and Public Safety, emphasized the strategic importance of mining companies in Brazil’s economy during the signing event. “Security stands as a crucial pillar for Brazil to attract investments,” Cappelli remarked.
This joint endeavor also encompasses the involvement of additional sectors such as banks and cash/valuables-in-transit companies.
The new security protocol will focus on approximately 50 Brazilian municipalities engaged in gold and diamond extraction, collectively representing a population of 700,000 individuals. The agreement includes the dissemination of security and preventive measures among the residents of these areas.
Fernando Azevedo, Vice President of Ibram, underscored the significance of safeguarding long-term investments made by mining companies within their projects, which contribute significantly to the country’s prosperity. “The nation should not tolerate such circumstances within its territory,” Azevedo expressed, addressing the detrimental impact of criminal activities on mining endeavors.
