Rim of Fire.

The article focuses on the business and economic performance in the mining industries in Asia. It specifically tackles on the status of gold and mineral resources in the Philippines and in Indonesia, prior to experiencing financial turbulence and scandal in the new millennium. Initially, it provides an overview on the former status of these two countries, considering the Philippines in the 10th spot of gold production and Indonesia in the fourth rank. Details on the political causes that impacted the decline of mining operations, as well as the anti-mining lobby of non-government organizations and the church are also included. It also posts the rise of the industry's economic status, considering the nickel production in the Philippines and the coal production in Indonesia.