In this engaging discussion, Juan Forero, a WSJ reporter specializing in conflict and resource exploitation, sheds light on the escalating violence at Zijin Mining Group's gold mine in Colombia. He reveals how the Gulf Clan, a notorious drug-trafficking militia, has seized tunnels, costing the company around $200 million in lost gold. Forero outlines the intricate battle between organized crime and legitimate business, highlighting the turmoil miners face and the complexities of government response in a region steeped in both wealth and conflict.
