Islamabad (April 8, 2025): Pakistan on Tuesday opened its two-day ‘Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025’ (PMIF25), aimed to attract foreign investment into its mineral sector.

Delegation from a number of countries, including Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan, US, besides representatives of international investment groups, are participating in the forum.

Pakistan’s present government, led by Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif claims to have undertaken drastic reforms in mining sector and is trying to woo investors from different world countries.

PMIF25 is designed to catalyze investment, drive policy action, showcase innovation, and forge powerful partnerships.

The forum, besides other features, includes unveiling of National Minerals Harmonisation Framework 2025, which, officials say, will streamline mining regulations across provinces, ensuring a structured and investor-friendly mineral policy to attract both domestic and foreign investments said a news release.’

Addressing the Forum, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the potential of mineral resources in Pakistan and invited the local and foreign investors to invest in the infinite natural resources of Pakistan valuing trillions of dollars.

 He said that Pakistan will not allow raw material to be shipped out of the country.  He emphasized the importance of export of finished and semi-finished products, saying it will be a win win situation. He said any agreement should also entail that technology will be transferred to Pakistan over a period of time.

In his opening remarks, Deputy Prime Minister  and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar emphasized on the importance of minerals sector in fostering economic growth and also highlighted the tremendous untapped potential of mineral sector in Pakistan.

While mentioning the strategic position of Pakistan and its unparalleled geological wealth, he underscored Pakistan’s potential to emerge as a global mining powerhouse.

Dar stressed on the need of shared commitment to collaboration and considered cooperation among governments, industry leaders, investors, and local communities essential to achieve our desired goal of growth in mineral sector.

He hoped that Pakistan Mineral Investment Forum 2025 will serve as a unique platform for stakeholders, friendly countries, and partners to converge, explore new prospects and build mutually beneficial partnerships.

In his address, Pakistan’s Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir assured that the army will ensure a robust security framework and proactive measures to safeguard the interests and trust of partners and investors.

He said Pakistan welcomes international institutions to introduce their expertise, explore investment opportunities, and partner with the country in developing its vast resource potential.

Senior Bureau Official (SBO) for the US Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Eric Meyer also addressed the opening ceremony and it as an opportunity to strengthen the bilateral ties between the two countries.  He expressed the hope that the forum will provide equal opportunities for investors.    He said US President Donald Trump has highlighted the importance of minerals and mineral resources several times