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Pakistan Pitches Minerals Opportunity at Riyadh Forum With April Investment Invite

A ministerial showcase featured the National Minerals Data Centre, with Reko Diq framed as a model for future projects.

Overview

  • Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik joined an FMF panel on governments’ role in mineral supply moderated by CNN’s Eleni Giokos.
  • He met Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman to discuss cooperation across petroleum supply, renewable energy, energy efficiency and investment opportunities.
  • He also met Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih plus leaders from the International Energy Forum, Metso, Delta Oil and Saudi EXIM Bank to explore partnerships.
  • Pakistan operated a pavilion titled “Pakistan – The Mineral Marvel” and hosted a 90‑minute country showcase that drew a packed audience and demonstrated the National Minerals Data Centre’s 3D modeling, GIS mapping and data visualization.
  • Malik invited global stakeholders to the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum in April 2026, noting the theme “Beyond Reko Diq” and positioning it as a platform for investment, collaboration and policy dialogue.