ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026 (PMIF26) is set to gather global mining executives, investors, and policymakers in Islamabad on November 12-13. The event aims to explore investment opportunities in Pakistan's mineral sector and enhance connections with international mineral supply chains.

According to Special Investment Facilitation Council, the forum is organized by the Government of Pakistan with the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited as a founding partner. It seeks to build on the momentum of PMIF25 by focusing on policy reforms, investment opportunities, and sustainable mining practices.

The forum's opening day will address financing exploration, workforce development, and women's participation in mining. Sessions will cover geological survey collaboration, capability development, and presentations of graduates from the National Minerals Capability Development Programme. The second day will feature discussions on policy reforms and infrastructure needs to support mining operations.

Key speakers include Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar. Federal Minister for Energy Ali Pervaiz Malik and PMIF President Ahmed Hayat Lak have extended invitations to global investors, emphasizing the potential of Pakistan's mineral resources.

The event will include a technical conference with over 50 peer-reviewed papers and an international exhibition showcasing industry projects, products, and services. Notable participants include the Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation, Barrick Mining Corporation, and the Asian Development Bank.