Before the Korean peninsula was divided into North and South Korea, its mineral wealth was legendary. Early Chinese records indicate that gold and silver were widely used during the Christian era as gifts, to pay tax and even at funerals to decorate deceased bodies as confirmed by pure gold accessories found in tombs from the […]
gold mining in Asia
Extensive Gold & Mineral Resource in Tajikistan
This is one of the most mineral resource rich countries in Asia. Other than gold the country has recorded discovery of almost all other mineral resources. In fact, Tajikistan has about 400 reported mineral resource deposits. Geological surveys show that the country has a significant amount of gold deposits that are yet to be exploited, […]
Newly Found Alluvial Gold Deposits in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is an important gold nation in Asia. For years, the country has been recording increased gold production with most of its gold being produced by small-scale artisanal miners. With the growth in the value of gold in the international market, the mining sector is quite lucrative for investors and Sri Lanka is no […]
Commercial Gold Mining Industry in Cambodia
Cambodia’s gold just like other minerals is largely untapped. However, this seems to be changing given the recent surge in the interest from international community in the mining sector here. The Royal government has recognized that gold mining is key to the country’s economic growth and has collaborated with a number of major international and […]
Active Gold Mines in Vietnam’s Jungle
For most, the memories of Vietnam are usually focused around the Vietnam War. Thankfully, in more recent years, this now peaceful country has become known for more than just a place that was heavily bombed and nearly torn apart. Now it is also known for its great gold deposits and thanks to the great strides […]
Gold Mining in Laos – A Growing Industry
Taking one quick look at history shows us that Laos has often been a country of chaos. Though this land was ravaged in the 60’s and 70’s it has bounced back and is now once again full of beauty, hope, and opportunity. Many mining companies recognized the opportunity in this gold rich land in the […]
Huge Mines and Gold Reserves in Kyrgyzstan
Like most countries in the central Asian region, Kyrgyzstan is rich in a wide range of minerals. However, unlike most of its neighbors, its key mineral is gold and not oil. In fact, gold is the one of the central pillars of Kyrgyzstan’s economy. The country is the third largest gold exporter in the Commonwealth […]