Pakistan invites Swedish firms to expand mining footprint beyond Reko Diq in upcoming PMIF

Pakistan has invited Swedish companies to explore investment opportunities in the country’s mining sector beyond the Reko Diq project, as it prepares to showcase prospects at the upcoming Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum (PMIF), aiming to attract international expertise and capital to unlock its vast untapped mineral resources.

The development came as Federal Minister for Petroleum, Ali Pervaiz Malik held a meeting with Alexandra Berg von Linde, Ambassador of Sweden to Pakistan, to discuss ongoing bilateral cooperation and explore new avenues of partnership, particularly in the mining and energy sectors.

During the meeting, both sides acknowledged the long-standing relationship between Pakistan and Sweden and emphasised the importance of strengthening economic and industrial collaboration, a ministry statement said.

“Ambassador Alexandra Berg von Linde noted that Sweden has maintained strong engagement with Pakistan for the past 77 years, with cooperation spanning multiple sectors including transport, telecommunications, packaging, and industry. She highlighted that more than 40 companies are currently members of the Swedish Business Council in Pakistan, reflecting the depth of Swedish commercial presence in the country,” it read.

The ambassador underscored mining as a promising sector for future collaboration, stating that Sweden possessed extensive expertise in mining, particularly in digitalisation, sustainability, mining services, and environmental protection.

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She shared that Swedish companies were already contributing to Pakistan’s mining sector and saw strong potential for further growth.

Referring to the landmark Reko Diq Project, the ambassador said Swedish companies were actively supporting the project by providing products and services, connectivity solutions as well as explosives part.

Ali Pervaiz Malik appreciated the continued Swedish investment and business presence in Pakistan, noting that the government was committed to working with international partners to develop the country’s natural resource sector.

He described the Reko Diq Project as “the jewel of Pakistan’s mining sector,” adding that it was commendable that despite challenges, the project had not faced a single day of delay, crediting all companies and stakeholders involved for their professionalism and dedication.

“The minister further stated that Pakistan is expanding its mining activities and plans to showcase investment opportunities in allied sectors at the upcoming Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026 and invited Swedish mining sector companies to expand beyond Reko Diq,” the statement said.

PMIF 2026 will be held in Islamabad on April 8–9, 2026.

Ambassador Berg von Linde recalled the previous edition of the forum, noting that Pakistan had organised an impressive event with strong international participation.

She shared that Sweden had participated with an official stall, while five Swedish companies also exhibited independently. The ambassador expressed optimism that more Swedish companies would participate in 2026, including representatives from the Business Development Association.

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Malik stated that the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026 was expected to be larger and more impactful than the previous edition. He also encouraged Swedish companies to explore opportunities in Pakistan’s exploration sector, which holds significant untapped potential.

“Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening Pakistan Sweden cooperation and agreed to continue engagement to promote investment, technological exchange, and sustainable development in key sectors,” the ministry said.