A two-day Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum took place this past week at the Jinnah Convention Center in Islamabad. In his opening address, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar stated that Pakistan is ideally situated to become a major player in the global mining industry, thanks to its exceptional geological resources.
He pointed out that the country holds significant mineral deposits, including the Reko Diq (one of the largest undeveloped copper-gold projects in the world), as well as extensive reserves of rare earth elements, industrial minerals, non-metallic resources, and gemstones like peridot and emerald, which are in high demand worldwide.
Dar noted that Pakistan’s largely untapped mineral wealth positions it to become a key part of global supply chains and attract substantial foreign investment. He added that the government is committed to developing the mining sector through forward-looking policies and investor-friendly measures, creating a strong foundation for long-term growth and value for all involved.
The Deputy Prime Minister described the forum as a valuable opportunity for stakeholders, international partners, and allied nations to discover new investment avenues and form collaborative partnerships.
Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal highlighted that Pakistan is an ideal destination for mineral investment. He expressed confidence that the country’s abundant resources will draw significant interest from both domestic and international investors.
Also speaking at the event, Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik emphasized Pakistan’s rich mineral potential and investment opportunities. He credited Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s leadership for achieving economic stabilization through key structural reforms, setting the stage for sustainable development.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Tuesday that if Pakistan managed to harvest its “trillions of dollars” worth mineral reserves, it could allow the country to say farewell to global financial institutions like the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
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