Islamabad — Pakistan is gearing up to host a high-profile Minerals Investment Forum in April, a strategic move aimed at transforming the country’s vast and largely untapped mineral resources into a hub for international investment, job creation, and economic growth.
The Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum (PMIF) will bring together global investors, mining companies, policymakers, diplomats, and technical experts to explore opportunities across Pakistan’s multi-trillion-dollar mineral reserves, including copper, gold, iron, lithium, and rare earth elements. Officials say the event is part of broader efforts to position Pakistan as a competitive and attractive destination for mining and exploration, with improved transparency and streamlined regulations.
– The forum will highlight investment-friendly policies and introduce the National Minerals Harmonisation Framework, aimed at simplifying regulations, harmonising rules across provinces, and offering incentives for both local and foreign investors. Participants will also gain access to modern geological data, digital mapping, and technical briefings to guide informed decisions about exploration and extraction opportunities.
The April forum follows a series of bilateral discussions with foreign investors and mining leaders, including engagements at international platforms such as the Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh. Authorities say these efforts are designed to showcase Pakistan’s mineral potential and attract global interest, particularly as demand rises for critical minerals used in technology, renewable energy, and industrial sectors.
Experts note that turning mineral potential into real investment requires more than presentations and agreements. Success will depend on on-ground infrastructure, security, and clear federal-provincial cooperation, alongside equitable revenue sharing with local communities, environmental safeguards, and sustainable development practices.
The forum will feature interactive sessions, bilateral meetings, and investment pitches, providing a platform for public and private sector collaboration in mining, processing, and value-added industries. Officials hope the event will draw substantial foreign investment, create jobs, boost exports, and stimulate industrial growth in mineral-rich regions.
With preparations in full swing, Islamabad aims to demonstrate that Pakistan can translate its mineral wealth into tangible economic benefits, unlocking a long-ignored sector that has the potential to become a major engine for growth and development.
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