ISLAMABAD: (Staff Reporter/Web Desk) – PM Shehbaz tells minerals moot that Pakistan is ready to grow into one of the world’s major economies before 2050. He spoke on Friday at the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026.
He said the economy is moving toward growth and change with fresh confidence. He also quoted Goldman Sachs, which has forecast that Pakistan could become the sixth-largest economy in the world by 2075.
The prime minister said the country does not want to sell raw minerals abroad. Instead, it wants to use them in its own industries. “The day is not far” when this will happen, he said.
He spoke about the Reko Diq project, one of the largest undeveloped copper and gold deposits in the world. It stayed stalled for two decades, he said, but is now moving toward the working stage.
PM Shehbaz said a National Minerals Data Centre will be set up. Geological records will also go digital, so investors can get true and trusted information.
He promised that federal and provincial governments will work as one team. He said protecting investors is the government’s own protection. He also said the support of local people is key to the success of every mining project.
The government, he added, must protect workers, assets and supply routes. Reliable electricity, water and communication links are also needed. He assured investors that stuck files would move as fast as possible.
He called the youth a valuable asset, describing them as educated, talented and determined.
Army Chief Promises Security
Chief of Defence Forces and Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir also spoke at the event. He said Pakistan wants to be a strong place for long-term mineral investment.
He said every possible step is being taken to protect the whole mining system. Mines, miners, investments, industries and projects will all get proper protection, he added.
The field marshal said the goal is not just to export raw material. Pakistan wants to build the full chain, including refining and making finished goods. He also said local communities in mineral-rich areas must see real improvement in their lives.
“Pakistan must move from potential to productivity, from promises to action, and from raw exports to value-added growth,” he said.
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