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Residents of Rășinari voted overwhelmingly against mining activities in a recent referendum, with 98.43% opposing the proposal. The turnout was 50.64%, with 2,194 votes against and only 35 in favor. The local mayor pledged to use legal means to halt the magnesium mine project, emphasizing the community's commitment to sustainable development and preservation of local identity. The referendum was prompted by a project from Mineral Proiect Invest S.A. to exploit magnesite rocks in the area, raising concerns about environmental impacts and tourism.