Pakistan, UK launch joint initiative to develop mineral sector
Published Date: April 16, 2026
Published On: Radio Pakistan
Pakistan and the United Kingdom have launched a major joint initiative aimed at promoting the development of the mineral sector, with the inauguration of a Geo-Science training programme.
Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik and British High Commissioner Jane Marriott jointly inaugurated the project.
The practical training programme has been launched under the UK-funded REMIT initiative to enhance the technical capacity of the Geological Survey of Pakistan.
Speaking on the occasion, Jane Marriott appreciated Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts for peace. She said British Prime Minister Keir Starmer had also acknowledged Pakistan’s peace efforts in the British Parliament.
The Petroleum Minister lauded the support of the British High Commission and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) in this initiative.
He said international-standard geoscience training and modern methodologies will be introduced under the programme. He added that strengthening institutions like the Geological Survey of Pakistan will help make the country more attractive for investment.
Ali Pervaiz Malik said Pakistan possesses immense geological and mineral potential, while global demand for mineral resources is increasing.
The programme is expected to help equip Pakistani scientists with modern tools and enhance institutional capacity in the geosciences sector.
