ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has said that all possible measures are being taken to ensure the security of the entire mining ecosystem. He said mines and miners, investments, industries, projects, and all associated people would be provided adequate protection.
Addressing participants of the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum (PMIF) 2026, Field Marshal Asim Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to providing a secure and competitive environment for long-term mineral investment, stressing that the country aims to develop the entire mining value chain, from extraction and refining to manufacturing.
He remarked that our objective is to make Pakistan a competitive destination for long-term mineral investment.
He termed harnessing Pakistan’s mineral wealth a collective national objective, stating the country’s ambition was not limited to exporting raw materials but extended to developing the complete value chain, including refining and manufacturing.
He said Pakistan sought to foster long-term partnerships that would generate sustainable economic value for both the country and its international partners.
The Chief of Defence Forces said mineral development must deliver tangible benefits to people living in resource-rich regions.
“People in mineral-rich areas must see a concrete improvement in their lives,” he stressed, adding that the people of Pakistan were hardworking, courageous and determined, possessing tremendous potential to turn their aspirations into reality.
Field Marshal further added, “Our resources provide opportunities, while our people are the source of strength and determination required to achieve results.”
He called for a transition from potential to productivity, from commitments to implementation, and from raw exports to value-added growth.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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