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The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources closes the second edition of the Future Minerals Forum

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Friday, January 13, 2023
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIM) has announced the closing of the second Future Minerals Forum (FMF), which was held under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIM) has announced the closing of the second Future Minerals Forum (FMF), which was held under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
  • HE Alkhorayef said that the success of the Forum was reflected in the ideas, suggestions and discussions presented by all participants from both home and abroad.
  • The Forum witnessed the signing of 60 agreements and Memoranda of Understanding in the field of mining and minerals industry between a number of government agencies, companies and institutions participating.
  • These agreements and Memoranda of Understanding covered mineral exploration, technology, communications, the application of sustainability standards, certification and the industrialization of the mining sector.

The Future Minerals Forum (FMF) sees 25 Memoranda of Understanding, Joint Ventures and agreements exchanged on its Opening Day

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Thursday, January 12, 2023
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The signing ceremony was attended by the Minister of Energy, His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman; the Minister of Investment, His Excellency Engineer Khaled Al-Falih; the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources; His Excellency Bandar Al-Khorayef, and the Deputy Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources for Mining Affairs, His Excellency Engineer Khaled Al-Mudaifer.

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  • The signing ceremony was attended by the Minister of Energy, His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman; the Minister of Investment, His Excellency Engineer Khaled Al-Falih; the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources; His Excellency Bandar Al-Khorayef, and the Deputy Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources for Mining Affairs, His Excellency Engineer Khaled Al-Mudaifer.
  • These agreements and Memoranda of Understanding covered mineral exploration, technology and communications, the application of sustainability standards, localization and rehabilitation, and industrialization in the minerals sector.
  • The signing ceremony also witnessed the handing over of the two exploration licenses for the Khnaiguiyahand Umm Ad Damar sites to the companies that won their licenses.
  • FMF continues to concentrate on how to bridge the gap between demand and supply.

The Future Minerals Forum (FMF) sees 25 Memoranda of Understanding, Joint Ventures and agreements exchanged on its Opening Day

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, January 12, 2023
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Shell corporation, Investment, King Saud University, Steel, Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (Saudi Arabia), Saline Water Conversion Corporation, Excel Engineering College, Federation, Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu, Damar, Memorandum, Resource management, Rehabilitation, Ministry, Metso Outotec, Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction, Barrick Gold, Eurasian Resources Group, Ministry of Energy (Saudi Arabia), Government, FMF, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Baowu, JV, Multimedia, Science, Royal commission, Mining, Uranium, Mineral, Kingdom

These agreements and Memoranda of Understanding covered mineral exploration, technology and communications, the application of sustainability standards, localization and rehabilitation, and industrialization in the minerals sector.

Key Points: 
  • These agreements and Memoranda of Understanding covered mineral exploration, technology and communications, the application of sustainability standards, localization and rehabilitation, and industrialization in the minerals sector.
  • The signing ceremony also witnessed the handing over of the two exploration licenses for the Khnaiguiyahand Umm Ad Damar sites to the companies that won their licenses.
  • FMF continues to concentrate on how to bridge the gap between demand and supply.
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Mining Ministers from more than 60 countries attend Ministerial Roundtable at the Future Minerals Forum

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 60 government ministers and delegations responsible for their countries' minerals and metals strategies attended the second Ministerial Roundtable hosted by Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources in the largest-ever meeting of its kind. The Roundtable, which took place today in Riyadh, will be followed by the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) 2023, which runs between 11 – 12 January 2023.  FMF is conducted under the auspices of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz.

Key Points: 
  • The Roundtable, which took place today in Riyadh, will be followed by the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) 2023, which runs between 11 – 12 January 2023.
  • FMF is conducted under the auspices of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz.
  • His Excellency Al-Khorayef added: "When we convened the first Ministerial Roundtable a year ago, we intended to increase awareness of the potential for mineral-driven economic development across our region.
  • This shows our joint commitment to the net-zero transition and a resource-efficient, resilient and responsible future.

Mining Ministers from more than 60 countries attend Ministerial Roundtable at the Future Minerals Forum

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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 RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 60 government ministers and delegations responsible for their countries' minerals and metals strategies attended the second Ministerial Roundtable hosted by Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources in the largest-ever meeting of its kind. The Roundtable, which took place today in Riyadh, will be followed by the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) 2023, which runs between 11 – 12 January 2023.  FMF is conducted under the auspices of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz.

Key Points: 
  • The Roundtable, which took place today in Riyadh, will be followed by the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) 2023, which runs between 11 – 12 January 2023.
  • FMF is conducted under the auspices of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz.
  • His Excellency Al-Khorayef added: "When we convened the first Ministerial Roundtable a year ago, we intended to increase awareness of the potential for mineral-driven economic development across our region.
  • This shows our joint commitment to the net-zero transition and a resource-efficient, resilient and responsible future.

Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources Updates Industry About Future Minerals Forum 2023 (FMF 2023)

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Friday, January 6, 2023
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIM) today announced final details about the second Future Minerals Forum (FMF), which will take place from January 10-12th  at King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh.

Key Points: 
  • Organizers have announced that the event comes under the patronage of His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
  • The first FMF attracted more than 7,500 in-person and virtual delegates from more than 50 countries, who heard from 150 industry leaders.
  • It brings together global minerals and metals industry leaders, including governments, investors, explorers and operators from around the world.
  • We also are grateful to all of the key catalysts in Saudi Arabia's government, who have partnered to create this Pavilion.

Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources Updates Industry About Future Minerals Forum 2023 (FMF 2023)

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Friday, January 6, 2023
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIM) today announced final details about the second Future Minerals Forum (FMF), which will take place from January 10-12th  at King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh.

Key Points: 
  • Organizers have announced that the event comes under the patronage of His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
  • The first FMF attracted more than 7,500 in-person and virtual delegates from more than 50 countries, who heard from 150 industry leaders.
  • It brings together global minerals and metals industry leaders, including governments, investors, explorers and operators from around the world.
  • We also are grateful to all of the key catalysts in Saudi Arabia's government, who have partnered to create this Pavilion.

Future Minerals Forum (FMF) conference discusses a new report Saudi Arabia has "all the ingredients to be successful" in mining

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Thursday, December 29, 2022
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Dec. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Payne Institute for Public Policy at the Colorado School for Mines in the USA confirms that the Kingdom could be set to play a major global role in the supply of precious minerals needed to power the transition to green energy in order to reach the goal of net zero carbon emissions.

Key Points: 
  • The Institute advises that a long term commitment and coherent strategy is needed.
  • To make the most of this opportunity, international agreement at all levels is vital.
  • However, the Payne Institute acknowledges that any economic switch from hydrocarbons to clean energy will take time.
  • The report concludes that Saudi Arabia is in a strong position to convene dialogue about how best to uncover the mineral riches of the super-region.

Future Minerals Forum (FMF) conference discusses a new report Saudi Arabia has "all the ingredients to be successful" in mining

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Thursday, December 29, 2022
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Dec. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Payne Institute for Public Policy at the Colorado School for Mines in the USA confirms that the Kingdom could be set to play a major global role in the supply of precious minerals needed to power the transition to green energy in order to reach the goal of net zero carbon emissions.

Key Points: 
  • The Institute advises that a long term commitment and coherent strategy is needed.
  • To make the most of this opportunity, international agreement at all levels is vital.
  • However, the Payne Institute acknowledges that any economic switch from hydrocarbons to clean energy will take time.
  • The report concludes that Saudi Arabia is in a strong position to convene dialogue about how best to uncover the mineral riches of the super-region.

Future Minerals Forum enlists think tanks to champion innovation and develop thought leadership

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Monday, December 5, 2022
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Future Minerals Forum (FMF), the international conference launched by Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, is announcing three new partnerships with leading think tanks and research institutions as it prepares to host its second edition in Riyadh, January 10th-12th, 2023. 

Key Points: 
  • Launched in 2022 by Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, FMF is designed to advance and unlock mining opportunities from Africa to West and Central Asia.
  • In 2023, more than 200 speakers from around the world are expected to share their insights, with thousands of participants representing more than 100 countries.
  • Attendees will include industry leaders and stakeholders, set to convene in Riyadh to discuss the most pressing issues facing the minerals and metals sectors today.
  • The World Bank estimates that there will be up to a five-fold increase in demand for several critical metals by 2050.