Türkiye seeks deeper mining ties

ISLAMABAD:

Türkiye and Pakistan have opportunities to strengthen cooperation in mining technology, local mineral processing, vocational training and industrial development, Deputy Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Türkiye Ahmet Berat Çonkar said on Friday. Addressing the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026, he said a successful mining industry requires a predictable investment environment, strong institutions, infrastructure and a vision to transform natural resources into lasting economic value. Exploration is the foundation, while geological information reduces risks, he added. Of roughly 90 minerals traded worldwide, 77 exist in Türkiye, which produces nearly 60. He said mining development must be sustainable, inclusive and people-centred, creating skilled employment, supporting local businesses, contributing to regional development and strengthening the national workforce.