Akara Appeals Court Order for Environmental Damage Compensation

Khaosod•Economy•2h ago

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Akara Resources to Appeal Court Ruling Mandating Environmental Compensation.

•Akara Resources will appeal a court order to compensate villagers affected by environmental and health impacts.
•The company asserts scientific evidence supports its operations' compliance with standards.
•The legal dispute has spanned nearly a decade, stemming from allegations related to data from 2011-2016.
•Akara claims its operations over 25 years have adhered to all regulations, including EIA and EHIA reports.
•The company highlights ongoing health monitoring programs for local residents within a 5 km radius.

•Akara Resources intends to file an appeal.
•The appeal is due to a court order mandating compensation for villagers impacted by environmental and health issues.
•Akara Resources asserts that scientific data significantly contradicts the court's findings.
•The case has been in legal proceedings for nearly ten years, starting from 2016 (2016).
•Allegations are based on data from the period of 2011-2016 (2011-2016).
•Akara Resources affirms 25 years of operations adhering strictly to legal requirements, regulations, and environmental impact assessments (EIA/EHIA).
•The company conducts regular health monitoring for residents within a 5 km radius of the mine.
•Akara Resources is consulting with legal advisors to prepare the appeal, aiming for a more thorough review of evidence.

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Cherdsak Attaroon

"If the mine truly caused impact, our employees would be the first to be affected, as they have families and loved ones living in the area."

หากเหมืองก่อผลกระทบจริง พนักงานของเราคือคนกลุ่มแรกที่ต้องได้รับผลกระทบก่อน ซึ่งพนักงานเหล่านี้มีครอบครัวและคนที่รักอาศัยอยู่ในพื้นที่

Cherdsak Attaroon

"This lawsuit is not just for our financial performance, but to secure the future for tens of thousands who believe in the company."

การต่อสู้คดีในครั้งนี้ของบริษัทจึงไม่ใช่เพียงเพื่อผลประกอบการเท่านั้น หากแต่เพื่อสร้างหลักประกันให้กับอนาคตของผู้คนอีกนับหมื่นที่เชื่อมั่นในบริษัท

Akara Resources(อัคราฯ)

An organization that will appeal a court order concerning environmental and health impacts on villagers.

Villagers(ชาวบ้าน)

Individuals who have been impacted by environmental and health issues and are to receive compensation.

Cherdsak Attaroon(นายเชิดศักดิ์ อรรถอารุณ)

General Manager of Organization Sustainability at Akara Resources, who commented on the lawsuit and company's commitment.

General Manager of Organization Sustainability(ผู้จัดการทั่วไป ฝ่ายความยั่งยืนขององค์กร)

The title held by Cherdsak Attaroon, who spoke on behalf of Akara Resources.

Chatree Gold Mine(เหมืองแร่ทองคำชาตรี)

The gold mine operated by Akara Resources, which is under strict government oversight and has faced environmental impact allegations.

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)(รายงานการวิเคราะห์ผลกระทบสิ่งแวดล้อม (EIA))ℹ️

A report that Akara Resources states it has adhered to in its operations.

Environmental and Health Impact Assessment (EHIA)(รายงานการวิเคราะห์ผลกระทบสิ่งแวดล้อมและสุขภาพ (EHIA))

A report that Akara Resources states it has adhered to in its operations.