The MinAmb is obligated to issue the permit. Their letter to the CVG on June 14th states this. The fact of the matter is, the permit will come. New mining laws are being passed, a greater economic plan is being developed for the region and Las Cristinas and Crystallex will be the cornerstone of the new plan and model. Chavez has also become more pro business as stated in last week's Alo Presidente. He welcomes foreign investment. With gold prices soaring (up $18.00+ today) this only adds more powder to the canon which is set to launch.