Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has highlighted the potential of the mineral sector as a critical driver of national economic growth and foreign direct investment.

He was briefed at a meeting in Islamabad today by the Minister for Petroleum and his team on the diplomatic outreach and operational preparations for the upcoming Pakistan Mineral Investment Forum 2026.

The Deputy Prime Minister emphasised the importance of seamless facilitation, robust protocol support, and streamlined coordination for all incoming foreign dignitaries and investors to ensure the success of the forum.

The meeting reviewed measures to engage and facilitate visiting international delegations and extend full support to global mining entities participating in the forum.

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Tariq Bajwa, Secretary Petroleum, senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and representatives from concerned ministries were present on the occasion.