PAVING THE WAY TO GLOBAL MINERAL SECURITY

Khaled Al Mudeifah, Vice Minister for Mining and Minerals, discusses Saudi Arabia's vision to become a global mining hub. He emphasizes mining as the third pillar of Saudi industrial development, driven by Vision 2030. Al Mudeifah highlights the country's vast mineral resources and strategic location. Saudi Arabia is attracting foreign investment through competitive regulations and partnerships. The discussion covers challenges such as under-exploration and funding volatility in commodity markets. Focus is placed on talent development through technology deployment and educational initiatives. The Vice Minister encourages technology deployments for remote mining management. He also promotes the Future Mineral Forum in Riyadh as a key event for the mining industry. Daniel acknowledges the remarkable achievements since 2011.