Pakistan Focuses on Minerals Attracting Global Investors
Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik highlights modern surveys, digital mapping and investor-friendly policies at the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026.
Pakistan is focusing on strategic minerals to attract global investors through modern surveys, improved geological data and better mining facilities.
Pakistan Focuses on Strategic Minerals
Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik has said that the government is focusing on minerals of strategic importance to global investors.
Speaking at the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026 in Islamabad, he highlighted the use of modern geochemical and geophysical surveys to support mineral exploration.
Improving Mineral Exploration
The minister said the government is strengthening digital mapping, airborne surveys and mineral assessment through the Geological Survey of Pakistan.
He also highlighted efforts to provide uniform and fair financial terms to companies interested in investing in the mining sector.
Focus on Investor Support
Ali Pervaiz Malik said the government was committed to providing security at mining sites, better logistics and trained human resources to support mining operations.
He also mentioned recently issued mineral exploration licences in Chagai and Khuzdar districts of Balochistan.
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