For every US$ invested in the mining sector, US$2.44 is generated in additional economic activity. The mining sector purchases goods and services from other sectors: Coal
Metallic minerals
Non-metallic minerals
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7,000.0 6,000.0
636.0
5,000.0 4,000.0
421.0
3,000.0 2,000.0 1,000.0 0.0
174.0
2000
2006
2011
Source: DANE – Calculated by National Mining Agency
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Construction of Civil Works and Equipment Leases Transportation Fuel Equipment Maintenance Financial Services Chemical Products Utilities M&E Accommodation Food Supply Clothing Paper Real Estate Services Sports and Recreation Telecoms