In an effort to enhance mineral trade with China, the Balochistan Board of Investment and Trade (BBoIT) has launched initiatives aimed at attracting Chinese investment in local mineral processing and increasing copper ore exports through strengthened bilateral cooperation.
A virtual meeting was convened between the BBoIT, Pakistan’s Consul General in Shanghai, and the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) to explore new opportunities for collaboration in the mineral sector. The focus was on transitioning from the export of raw materials to establishing value-added mineral processing within Balochistan.
The meeting was attended by BBoIT CEO Abdul Kabeer Khan Zarkoon, Consul General Shahzad Ahmed Khan, and TDAP official Muhammad Yousaf.
During the discussion, Mr. Zarkoon emphasized that Balochistan, with its rich deposits of copper, gold, and other critical minerals, has the potential to emerge as a regional center for mineral processing. He reiterated the provincial government’s dedication to building infrastructure, creating jobs, and ensuring profitable outcomes for foreign investors.
He further stated that the BBoIT is ready to offer comprehensive facilitation, policy support, and regulatory protections to international companies seeking to invest in the province’s mineral value chain.
Currently, Pakistan exports approximately $1.2 billion worth of copper ore to China each year.
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