The Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025 (PMIF25) has officially opened at the Jinnah Convention Centre in Islamabad, with the goal of showcasing the country’s abundant mineral resources and attracting international investment.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif kicked off the event with a speech, reiterating the government’s commitment to promoting sustainable and responsible mining practices. Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir is also slated to address the forum, emphasizing the strategic importance of the mineral sector.
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The two-day event has drawn around 300 foreign delegates from countries such as the U.S., China, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Denmark, Finland, Kenya, and the U.K. A notable high-level delegation from the U.S., led by Eric Meyer, Senior Bureau Official for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs at the U.S. State Department, is attending to further U.S. interests in the critical minerals sector and to explore investment prospects for American companies in Pakistan.
A key feature of PMIF25 is the unveiling of the National Minerals Harmonisation Framework 2025, aimed at creating a more attractive environment for investment by standardizing policies and offering clearer regulations for the mining industry. The forum also includes discussions on major mineral projects, such as Reko Diq, focusing on investment opportunities, security measures, and government policies.
Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik mentioned that several agreements with international companies are anticipated to be signed, highlighting the global interest in Pakistan’s mineral resources. The event serves as a key platform for international stakeholders to explore investment opportunities and unlock Pakistan’s vast mineral potential.
PMIF25 underscores Pakistan’s ambition to become a significant player in the global mining industry by harnessing its considerable mineral wealth to drive sustainable development and economic growth.
