{
  "id": 19461581,
  "title": "Globacore Marks Data-Led Science as a Key to Pakistan’s Mineral Future",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/globacore-marks-data-led-science-as-a-key-to-pakistans-mineral-future",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-11T06:09:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/11/11/globacore-marks-data-led-science-as-a-key-to-pakistans-mineral-future/"
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  "account": "Pakistan possesses a wide array of minerals, yet transforming these potentialities into viable mining projects requires a modern, systematic approach to exploration science. As Pakistan prepares to host the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026 (PMIF26) in Islamabad, companies like Globacore Minerals aim to provide the necessary international exploration methods and expertise to establish this foundation. Globacore, owned by six Pakistani business groups, is leveraging global exploration techniques in both the Chagai belt and the Washuk area.\n\nThe urgency of this endeavor is underscored by the International Energy Agency (IEA) warning of a possible 30% copper supply shortfall by 2035. Energy minerals are also highly concentrated, with one country leading the production of 19 out of 20 key minerals, making diversification crucial for energy security. Consequently, investors are seeking new, dependable sources.\n\nBalochistan's Chagai district, home to Reko Diq—one of the world's largest undeveloped copper-gold deposits—and the Saindak copper mine, holds immense potential. However, only a fraction of the region has been explored (over 95% remains under-explored). Globacore's VP of Exploration, Nick Winer, asserts that systematic exploration at international standards is the key to realizing this potential.\n\nWiner's expertise aligns with this approach. An expert in the field, Winer spearheaded the discovery of the Nuevo Chaquiro copper-gold porphyry deposit in Colombia and played a pivotal role in making the resource model for the Araguaia nickel deposit in Brazil viable. He emphasizes that discovery often begins with re-examining existing data using modern tools, including AI. Globacore applies this method across its portfolio, combining remote sensing, geophysics, geology, and systematic sampling.\n\nFurthermore, international reporting standards such as JORC and NI 43-101 are vital, as they provide a framework for collecting, verifying, and reporting exploration results, instilling confidence among lenders. Reko Diq's successful $3.5 billion debt attraction from international lenders exemplifies the value of credible, well-defined projects.\n\nPakistan's journey toward a data-led approach in mineral exploration also requires developing local geoscientists, data specialists, and field teams, alongside fostering trust within the local communities. Globacore's Winer will discuss these challenges and opportunities during PMIF26.",
  "summary": "Pakistan’s mineral potential is widely recognized. Turning it into projects that investors can finance depends on something less visible: modern, … Read More The post Globacore Marks Data-Led Science as a Key to Pakistan’s Mineral Future appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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