RE:Mining Moratorium I have a small CD position and don't know much about mining in general. I too have to disagree with OD. However, I do have a reasonable understanding of geo-political situations. If the germanium deposit is proven to be significant (and by significant I mean replace a significant portion or all of the world supply coming out of China and Russia for a equally significant number of years), then this deposit takes on national and international security interest (particularly for the US DND). If this happens then grant money may be available to build infrastructure (roads, etc..) and I also see mining permit approval being expedited. If CD already has good relations with FN then that will definitely help the permit approval process.
Yes, I know lots of "ifs" but isn't that why everyone is here. In my humble opinion the germanium deposit is a game changer.