ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Resources Ali Pervez Malik highlighted investment opportunities in the country’s mineral sector, said an official statement on Thursday, as he met officials from Saudi Arabia, Sweden and France on the sidelines of a major international conference in Sydney, Australia.
The International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) 2025, one of the world’s largest gatherings for the global mining, resources and energy industries, brings together government leaders, investors and companies to explore partnerships and sustainable development opportunities.
Mining and minerals have emerged as priority sectors for Pakistan as the government seeks to attract international companies under its broader strategy of shifting toward export-led growth.
Malik used the forum to promote Pakistan’s mineral potential and while specifically urging Saudi entrepreneurs to explore the area.
“Saudi Arabia and Pakistan share a long-standing friendship and a bond of sincere goodwill,” he said after meeting Saudi Vice Minister for Industry and Mineral Resources Engineer Khalid Al-Mudaifer, according to the statement.
