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By Paige Morgan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, River Valley Sun Conservation council rejects move, calls province\u2019s moratorium reassessment step in wrong direction The government is launching a public review to examine whether the conditions associated with the province\u2019s moratorium on natural gas development still reflect today\u2019s science, technology, market and regulatory best practices. The review is part of the government\u2019s broader work to explore all options for strengthening New Brunswick\u2019s economy and creating new opportunities in a changing global economic and geopolitical environment. The government is pursuing opportunities in areas such as critical minerals, defence, strategic infrastructure and ports, while also examining the province\u2019s natural resources and energy potential. \u201cNew Brunswickers and our province are facing significant economic pressures, and we have a responsibility to leave no stone unturned as… <\/p>\n

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By Paige Morgan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, River Valley Sun Conservation council rejects move, calls province\u2019s moratorium reassessment step in wrong direction The government is launching a public review to examine whether the conditions associated with the province\u2019s moratorium on natural gas development still reflect today\u2019s science, technology, market and regulatory best practices. The review is part of the government\u2019s broader work to explore all options for strengthening New Brunswick\u2019s economy and creating new opportunities in a changing global economic and geopolitical environment. The government is pursuing opportunities in areas such as critical minerals, defence, strategic infrastructure and ports, while also examining the province\u2019s natural resources and energy potential. \u201cNew Brunswickers and our province are facing significant economic pressures, and we have a responsibility to leave no stone unturned as... <\/p>\n

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