Darman (53 years) has been a miner since 22 years. He earns 6 Euros a day. Most mines are exploited illegally and accidents occur often. Tin mine on the road to Pemali. Bangka Island (Indonesia) is devastated by illegal tin mines. The demand for tin has increased due to its use in smart phones and tablets.
Darman (53 ans) a été mineur depuis 22 ans et il gagne 6 euros par jour. La plupart des mines sont exploitées illégalement et les accidents se produisent souvent. Mine d'étain sur la route de Pemali. L'île de Bangka (Indonésie) est dévastée par des mines d'étain sauvages. La demande de l'étain a explosé à cause de son utilisation dans les smartphones et tablettes.
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