Niger: uranium coup

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The Uranium Coup
21 feb 2010

In yet another odd coincidence, Alan Grayson led a Congressional delegation that just happened to be in Niger at the time of the recent military coup last Thursday that deposed the legitimate elected government of the Uranium-rich nation.

Niger heeft 6% van de wereld uranium reserve.
72% van de nationale export = uranium

In recent years, foreign corporations have invested billions into the Uranium-driven economy of Niger.

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The military junta announced it will audit all uranium exploration permits awarded before last month's Niger coup. Evidence has emerged that the permits enriched the ousted president and devastated the Tuareg population.

Bron
(23 mrt 2010)

Het ging dus inderdaad over de uraniumcontracten.