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El Salvador's Strategy: Gold and Bitcoin in Economic Growth

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

7 months ago


El Salvador, the first country to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender, also holds significant gold reserves. These two strategic resources have the potential to transform the nation's economy.

El Salvador’s Untapped Wealth

President Nayib Bukele recently emphasized the immense potential of Salvadoran gold reserves. Estimated to hold around 50 million ounces, these reserves could boost the country's economic output by 8800% if exploited. However, mining remains prohibited since 2017 due to environmental and public health concerns.

The Challenge of Mining in a Biodiverse Region

El Salvador is situated in the Pacific Ring of Fire, which makes it mineral-rich but also environmentally sensitive. Local communities and environmentalists are concerned that mining could deplete essential water resources and contaminate them with toxic chemicals. Despite potential economic benefits from gold mining, these activities could have disastrous effects on biodiversity and public health.

Bitcoin as a Strategic Element

Amidst these challenges, President Bukele proposes harnessing geothermal energy for Bitcoin mining, which offers a greener alternative compared to conventional methods. Since adopting Bitcoin, the country has witnessed an appreciation in digital assets, reflecting success in this pioneering financial initiative.

El Salvador's approaches to utilizing gold and Bitcoin are being closely observed by the global community. This narrative represents a crucial balance between economic progress and environmental stewardship, setting an important precedent for other nations.

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