Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (Saudi Arabia)

Mining industry leaders tout potential of under-explored 'super-region' that spans from Africa to Asia, in advance of Future Minerals Forum

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Friday, January 7, 2022

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As Saudi Arabia prepares to host one of the world's most important new events, the Future Minerals Forum, a number of the world's most influential mining experts have spoken of their excitement at the opportunities that will be up for discussion.

Key Points: 
  • As a first mover in the Kingdom, we are fast tracking the development and processing of high purity battery chemicals for a clean energy future, supported by key Ministries.
  • Brian Hosking, Chief Executive Officer, Gold & Minerals Company: "The Arabian-Nubian Shield is rapidly becoming a major mineral province hosting world-class mining projects.
  • We believe events like the Future Minerals Forum will bring much-needed focus to the importance and vast potential of the Eurasian and Northern African regions as a whole."
  • Its aim is to convene a truly global conversation about the Middle East, Africa and Asia and the region's collective mining objectives.

Mining industry leaders tout potential of under-explored 'super-region' that spans from Africa to Asia, in advance of Future Minerals Forum

Retrieved on: 
Friday, January 7, 2022

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As Saudi Arabia prepares to host one of the world's most important new events, the Future Minerals Forum, a number of the world's most influential mining experts have spoken of their excitement at the opportunities that will be up for discussion.

Key Points: 
  • As a first mover in the Kingdom, we are fast tracking the development and processing of high purity battery chemicals for a clean energy future, supported by key Ministries.
  • Brian Hosking, Chief Executive Officer, Gold & Minerals Company: "The Arabian-Nubian Shield is rapidly becoming a major mineral province hosting world-class mining projects.
  • We believe events like the Future Minerals Forum will bring much-needed focus to the importance and vast potential of the Eurasian and Northern African regions as a whole."
  • Its aim is to convene a truly global conversation about the Middle East, Africa and Asia and the region's collective mining objectives.

Saudi Arabia's first-ever Future Minerals Summit to showcase to the world the mining investment potential of countries across the Middle East, Central Asia and Africa

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021

RIYADH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Nov. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources today released further details of The Future Minerals Summit (FMS), planned for January 11-13, 2022, in Riyadh. This includes an update regarding speakers and details of a high-level Ministerial Roundtable.

Key Points: 
  • His Excellency Khalid Al-Mudaifer, Vice-Minister of Mining Affairs, said: "The caliber of speakers who already have committed to the Future Minerals Summit demonstrates the tremendous interest in the new frontier of mining that includes the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa.
  • This part of the world will play a vital role in meeting the exponential growth in global demand for the critical minerals needed in a low-carbon society.
  • The Kingdom also is convening a Ministerial Roundtable in Riyadh the day before the Summit sessions, with the aim of defining the future of mining across the Middle East, Central Asia and Africa.
  • "Our ambition is to shape the future of mining and find solutions to industry challenges such as securing supply of future critical minerals," said His Excellency Al-Mudaifer.

Saudi Arabia's first-ever Future Minerals Summit to showcase to the world the mining investment potential of countries across the Middle East, Central Asia and Africa

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, November 30, 2021

RIYADH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Nov. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources today released further details of The Future Minerals Summit (FMS), planned for January 11-13, 2022, in Riyadh. This includes an update regarding speakers and details of a high-level Ministerial Roundtable.

Key Points: 
  • His Excellency Khalid Al-Mudaifer, Vice-Minister of Mining Affairs, said: "The caliber of speakers who already have committed to the Future Minerals Summit demonstrates the tremendous interest in the new frontier of mining that includes the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa.
  • This part of the world will play a vital role in meeting the exponential growth in global demand for the critical minerals needed in a low-carbon society.
  • The Kingdom also is convening a Ministerial Roundtable in Riyadh the day before the Summit sessions, with the aim of defining the future of mining across the Middle East, Central Asia and Africa.
  • "Our ambition is to shape the future of mining and find solutions to industry challenges such as securing supply of future critical minerals," said His Excellency Al-Mudaifer.

Saudi Arabia enhances its position on the global stage as a major mining destination, outlining its industry ecosystem, robust infrastructure and partner success stories

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021

We have a demonstrable track record of success with our international partners, offering a best-in-class experience benchmarked against global standards," said Al-Mudaifer.

Key Points: 
  • We have a demonstrable track record of success with our international partners, offering a best-in-class experience benchmarked against global standards," said Al-Mudaifer.
  • "Additionally, the government continues to support the development of mining through major infrastructure transformation, including roads, rail, ports and electricity networks.
  • Now is the time for international organizations to be part of the mining sector's exponential growth in the Kingdom."
  • The country's new mining law ensures that sustainable practices are a foremost priority for new mining operators as they apply for licenses.

Saudi Arabia enhances its position on the global stage as a major mining destination, outlining its industry ecosystem, robust infrastructure and partner success stories

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- In an appearance at MINExpo® International 2021, Las Vegas, Khalid Al-Mudaifer, Vice-Minister of Mining Affairs for the Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, outlined the unique opportunities for investors, explorers, miners and service providers to get into a dynamic sector that is at the heart of the Kingdom's rapidly evolving industrial economy.

Key Points: 
  • We have a demonstrable track record of success with our international partners, offering a best-in-class experience benchmarked against global standards," said Al-Mudaifer.
  • "Additionally, the government continues to support the development of mining through major infrastructure transformation, including roads, rail, ports and electricity networks.
  • Now is the time for international organizations to be part of the mining sector's exponential growth in the Kingdom."
  • The country's new mining law ensures that sustainable practices are a foremost priority for new mining operators as they apply for licenses.

Saudi Arabia emerging as a major mining investment destination because of its geology, industry ecosystem and sustainability focus

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Thursday, September 2, 2021

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Sept. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- In an interview this week during Mines and Money Online Connect, His Excellency Khalid Al-Mudaifer, Vice-Minister of Mining Affairs for the Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, shared with a global audience of investors the reasons why Saudi Arabia is rapidly emerging as a major mining destination.

Key Points: 
  • "Saudi Arabia is very much open for business, and we have taken many transformational steps to make investing in mining more attractive than ever before," said Eng.
  • Combined with a rich and diverse geological footprint, a transformed mining sector and a sharp focus on sustainability, we can make a compelling case that Saudi Arabia is a mining country in the making."
  • The Vice-Minister highlighted three primary attractions for investors: Geology, Mining Ecosystem and Sustainability.
  • Saudi Arabia emerging as major mining destination for investors due to geology, industry ecosystem and sustainability focus
    Sustainability is central to the KSA mining sector, demonstrated by its principles and sustainability assurance initiative

Saudi Arabia emerging as a major mining investment destination because of its geology, industry ecosystem and sustainability focus

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Thursday, September 2, 2021

"Saudi Arabia is very much open for business, and we have taken many transformational steps to make investing in mining more attractive than ever before," said Eng.

Key Points: 
  • "Saudi Arabia is very much open for business, and we have taken many transformational steps to make investing in mining more attractive than ever before," said Eng.
  • Combined with a rich and diverse geological footprint, a transformed mining sector and a sharp focus on sustainability, we can make a compelling case that Saudi Arabia is a mining country in the making."
  • The Vice-Minister highlighted three primary attractions for investors: Geology, Mining Ecosystem and Sustainability.
  • Saudi Arabia emerging as major mining destination for investors due to geology, industry ecosystem and sustainability focus
    Sustainability is central to the KSA mining sector, demonstrated by its principles and sustainability assurance initiative

Saudi Arabia's Future Minerals Summit to Showcase Mining Investment Potential in ME, Central Asia, North and East Africa

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Tuesday, August 31, 2021

The Future Minerals Summit will be held under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

Key Points: 
  • The Future Minerals Summit will be held under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
  • "We are putting mining and investment at the heart of the new Saudi economy," said Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Bandar Al-Khorayef.
  • "What sets the Future Minerals Summit apart and makes it compelling is the three dynamic regions that co-own the event and are open for business," said Al-Khorayef.
  • "The Summit will provide a platform for governments from across the Middle East, Central Asia, and North and East Africa to come together to discuss investment opportunities and strategic partnerships with global investors with an interest in mining.

Saudi Arabia's Future Minerals Summit to Showcase Mining Investment Potential in ME, Central Asia, North and East Africa

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, August 31, 2021

The Future Minerals Summit will be held under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

Key Points: 
  • The Future Minerals Summit will be held under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
  • "We are putting mining and investment at the heart of the new Saudi economy," said Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Bandar Al-Khorayef.
  • "What sets the Future Minerals Summit apart and makes it compelling is the three dynamic regions that co-own the event and are open for business," said Al-Khorayef.
  • "The Summit will provide a platform for governments from across the Middle East, Central Asia, and North and East Africa to come together to discuss investment opportunities and strategic partnerships with global investors with an interest in mining.