With the number of mining firms under exploration concessions, gold, nickel and copper in the rocky mountains of Davao region continue to be up for grabs. But government earnings from the excise taxes paid by mining firms are small.
By JOHN RIZLE L. SALIGUMBA
By DAVAO TODAY
By JOHN RIZLE L. SALIGUMBA
By MARILOU AGUIRRE-TUBURAN
By MARILOU AGUIRRE-TUBURAN
By JOHN RIZLE L. SALIGUMBA
By CJ KUIZON
By PAUL RANDY P. GUMANAO
By MARILOU AGUIRRE-TUBURAN
Ordinary folks say deteriorating incomes and high prices of basic commodities overshadow the bright prospects for the New Year.