Pakistan to Launch “National Minerals Harmonization Framework 2025” on April 9

Islamabad: The Government of Pakistan is set to introduce the “National Minerals Harmonization Framework 2025” at the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025 (PMIF25), which will be held in Islamabad on April 8-9, 2025. This framework aims to harmonize mining regulations across the country, promote a structured and investor-friendly policy, and attract both domestic and foreign investments.

Developed in collaboration with the federal government, all provinces, Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), the framework seeks to establish a unified regulatory system. Its goal is to ensure the safe, environmentally sustainable, and efficient extraction of resources while promoting international strategic partnerships in the mining sector.

The framework’s preparation involved extensive consultations with key stakeholders to ensure inclusivity and effective implementation. Provincial governments played an active role by briefing Chief Secretaries and Chief Ministers, allowing them to stay involved in the decision-making process. Their feedback has been instrumental in adapting the framework to regional needs.

In response to concerns raised by companies and associations in the mining industry, including both large and small operators, the framework aims to address these issues and promote sustainable mining practices. Government bodies have also been included to facilitate smooth policy enforcement and adoption. The Ministry of Law and Justice assisted in ensuring the framework’s compatibility with existing laws, while the Council of Common Interests (CCI) reviewed legal aspects to avoid future disputes.

To encourage foreign direct investment (FDI), the framework offers tax incentives for mineral exploration projects, a faster licensing process, and a comprehensive dispute resolution system. Supported by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), this initiative aims to position Pakistan as a preferred mining destination.

Chile’s mining sector was highlighted as a model for how a well-organized mineral policy can foster economic growth. Following regulatory reforms and the adoption of global investment and sustainability principles, Chile became the world’s largest copper producer, creating thousands of jobs and introducing modern infrastructure and green technologies.

Similarly, Pakistan’s “National Minerals Harmonization Framework 2025” aims to create a transparent, sustainable, and investor-friendly mining sector to attract investment and boost economic growth.

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Pakistan’s mineral resources, including copper, iron, gold, marble, and gypsum, are valued at over $6 trillion. The Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025 will serve as a platform for global investors, industry leaders, and policymakers to highlight these valuable resources.

The forum will focus on policy reforms, infrastructure progress, and investor-friendly measures, with the goal of positioning Pakistan as a global leader in sustainable mining and resource development.