Pakistan, France Ink Deal to Boost Mining Cooperation
— November 12, 2025
ISLAMABAD (AIA) Pakistan and France have agreed to enhance cooperation in the mining sector, with a focus on surveys, technology transfer, and sustainable practices. The agreement was reached during a webinar on “Pakistan’s Minerals Economy: Gateway to Growth,” co-organized by the Government of Pakistan and the Embassy of France.
Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervez Malik highlighted Pakistan’s vast potential in copper, gold, and rare earth elements, emphasizing the growing demand for minerals like copper and lithium in the green energy sector. The French Ambassador, Nicolas Galey, praised Pakistan’s efforts to improve the investment climate and ease of doing business in the mining sector.