Pakistan Seeks US Investment to Unlock Mining Potential
In a major move to attract foreign capital, Pakistan has invited US companies to explore joint ventures and public-private partnerships in its mining sector, citing rich mineral reserves and supportive economic reforms.
The invitation was extended during a high-level webinar titled “Opportunities in Pakistan’s Mining Sector – Unlocking Mineral Potential”, co-hosted by Federal Minister for Energy Ali Pervaiz Malik and US Charge d’Affaires Natalie Baker, in collaboration with the US Embassy and the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL).
Reko Diq and Rare Earths Take the Spotlight
Minister Malik emphasized Pakistan’s abundant resources, including:
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Copper and gold at Reko Diq — among the world’s largest undeveloped reserves
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Rare earth elements and critical minerals essential for the global green energy transition
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Ongoing discoveries in Chaghi (Balochistan) and Waziristan (Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa)
“We are enabling renewable energy growth by ensuring access to critical minerals while improving the ease of doing business,” said Malik.
U.S. Response and Strategic Cooperation
US Charge d’Affaires Natalie Baker applauded Pakistan’s efforts, saying:
“Pakistan offers immense opportunities in the mineral sector. We are committed to facilitating connections and building win-win partnerships.”
She acknowledged Pakistan’s policy reforms, including the National Minerals Harmonisation Framework, digitalisation of geological data, and upgrade of the Geological Survey of Pakistan, as major steps toward investment transparency and regulatory streamlining.
Government Commitment and PMIF25 Success
Minister Malik highlighted the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025 (PMIF25), which attracted over 5,000 participants and demonstrated global investor interest in Pakistan’s mineral sector.
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He added that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief General Asim Munir were personally spearheading development in the sector, with full support from the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC).
Q&A and Future Outlook
The session included a Q&A segment to address US investor concerns, and closed with reaffirmation from Baker:
“We believe in Pakistan’s potential and see a shared opportunity in its journey toward inclusive and sustainable growth.”
Final Thoughts
With a strong policy push, world-class mineral reserves, and strategic backing from top leadership, Pakistan is positioning itself as a serious global player in mining. The government’s invitation to US investors marks a key step in unlocking the country’s mineral wealth while fostering international partnerships.