The story of Coltan in the Congo is just one example of how an abundance of exploitable resources can often worsen or prolong military conflicts in nations that are too poor of ineffectively governed to protect these resources. In such "resources wars", civilians often suffer the most as civil society breaks down. Suppose you are the head of an international aid agency that has earmarked $10 million to help address conflicts related to mining in the northern Amazon. You have access to the governments of Brazil, Columbia, and Venezuela; ambassadors of the world's nations in the UN, and representatives of international mining corporation. What steps would you consider taking to help improve the situation in the region?
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