Field Marshal Asim Munir Announces New Direction for Pakistan’s Mineral Industry
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Pakistan's Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, has outlined a new strategy for the country's mineral industry at the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026 (PMIF26) in Islamabad. The military leader emphasized that Pakistan's objective is not merely to export raw minerals, but to construct the entire value chain domestically, from refining to manufacturing.
Munir stressed that transforming Pakistan's mineral wealth into tangible value is a "collective national goal." He stressed that mineral development must benefit local communities, with people residing in mineral-rich regions experiencing tangible improvements in their lives.
Pakistan aims to establish long-term partnerships that create enduring economic value for both the nation and its partners, Munir explained. He highlighted that the country's resources offer opportunities, while its people serve as the source of strength and determination required to achieve these results.
Munir emphasized that Pakistan must transition from potential to production, moving from promises to action, and from raw exports to value-added growth. This shift would ensure a greater share of value, jobs, and foreign exchange remains within Pakistan.
In related news, the Frontier Works Organization (FWO) announced the discovery of an estimated 350 million tons of copper in Chagai's Dasht-e-Kain area, based on half of the drilling data collected so far. The PMIF26, a two-day event, is scheduled for November 12 and 13, following the 2025 edition of the forum.
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