A U.S. federal judge is ready to give final approval to Rio Tinto’s $138.75 million settlement over its disputed mining project in Mongolia.
The deal ends a long‑running lawsuit that accused the Australian mining giant of failing to meet environmental standards and ignoring local opposition. After years of negotiations, Rio Tinto agreed to pay damages and fund environmental restoration to resolve the dispute.
Judge Raymond—whose decision is expected this week—will oversee the settlement’s conditions. The move is a big win for Mongolian communities and environmental groups who fought for greater transparency and accountability from the mining company.
Thanks to the settlement, Rio Tinto can move forward with its operations in Mongolia, while keeping its reputation intact and ensuring that future projects meet local expectations.
This case is a key example of how multinational corporations can settle contentious projects through the U.S. court system, demonstrating the importance of accountability in global mining operations.
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