Bougainville passes new mining law, outraging mining opponentsMar 30, 2015 | News Many in Bougainville are determined to prevent Rio Tinto subsidiary Bougainville Copper Limited (BCL) returning to the island. The company’s Panguna copper and gold mine triggered a war with the Papua New Guinea Defence Force, backed by Australia. See the articles below about the new law and the views of its opponents. Press Release and Full Speech : NEW MINING LAW A REJECTION OF THE PAST: MOMIS Bougainville passes divisive foreign Mining Law President Momis relies on convicted murderer for backup over mining billRelated posts Australia passes controversial mining tax into law AusAID Fuels Bougainville Mining Tensions Guinea Passes New Mining Code