Jam Kamal Khan pitches Pakistan’s minerals to Wood Mackenzie

Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan met representatives of Wood Mackenzie on November 12 to discuss ways to attract overseas capital into Pakistan’s mineral industry. Mettis Global reported that he urged the government to make mining investment more competitive through tax changes, reduced charges on specialised machinery and improved coordination between federal and provincial authorities. He highlighted the potential of copper, antimony, iron ore, gemstones and other minerals to support exports, industrial activity and foreign investment.

Khan proposed linking domestic small miners and leaseholders with international firms through joint ventures, financing and technology sharing. He said commercially workable mines could support later development of processing, refining and manufacturing, while trade agreements and improved access to overseas markets could strengthen the sector. The Wood Mackenzie delegation discussed international investment conditions and Pakistan’s preparations for the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum, alongside opportunities to develop local services for mining.