The Shadan gold mine in eastern Iran was added to the list of the country's major gold deposits
Following the completion of final certification, the Shadan deposit has been confirmed to hold 61 million tonnes of gold within a single ore body, securing its position among Iran’s largest mineral assets. This is reported by Press TV, a partner of TV BRICS.
Researchers estimate that Iran holds approximately 300 tonnes of total gold resources. There are 32 gold mines in the country, of which 21 are operational, nine are inactive and two are preparing to start production. In addition, these mines also produce copper, lead, silver and zinc, forming a mining cluster that contributes significantly to both the local economy and national supply chains.
The expansion of gold mining has changed the economic conditions in a number of regions. Job creation in the mining and processing sectors not only reduces unemployment in mining areas but also stimulates the development of related industries such as logistics, transport and the service sector.
The source stated that revenues from mineral extraction also bolster public services. A portion of these earnings funds schools, hospitals, and municipal projects in regions where mining is the primary sector.
Population growth in mining areas stimulates demand for related services. Integrating mining revenues into government spending facilitates the modernisation of healthcare, education, and transport infrastructure in mineral-rich regions.
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