TOKYO -- China and South Korea are among the countries pushing for deep-sea mining as a United Nations body convenes a meeting in Jamaica on Monday to discuss setting guidelines for such activities, while critics warn of environmental risks.
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China, South Korea push for deep-sea mining as global talks begin
Countries seek rule-making for critical metals amid criticism from activists
Greenpeace activists confront a deep-sea mining vessel commissioned by a Canadian miner between Mexico and Hawaii last November. © Reuters
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