At the Future Minerals Forum 2025 in Riyadh, India’s Union Minister Shri G. Kishan Reddy extended an invitation to international investors to invest in the country’s mining industry, highlighting the importance of essential minerals for sustainable energy and economic development.
The Indian Mining Sector Is Exciting Worldwide Investors: G. Kishan Reddy, Union Minister, during the Future Minerals Forum 2025
During the Ministerial Round Table at the Future Minerals Forum 2025, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, India’s Union Minister of Coal and Mines, presented a persuasive argument for international investment in the country’s extensive mining sector. The Saudi Arabian forum took place on January 14, 2025, in Riyadh’s King Abdulaziz International Conference Centre. The worldwide minerals industry’s most pressing issues were the establishment of supply chains for essential minerals, the promotion of value creation, and other related topics.Shri Reddy reaffirmed India’s resolve to acquire key minerals necessary for the country’s lofty renewable energy goals throughout his speech. He urged the international investor community to take advantage of the vast opportunities for value creation throughout the supply chain of the mining industry by showcasing India’s abundant natural resources. “Value addition throughout the supply chain is fundamental to enhancing prosperity for the people,” said the CEO.
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While Shri Reddy was at the event, he had a one-on-one meeting with Mr. Bandar bin Ibrahim Alkhorayef, the Saudi minister of industry and mineral resources. Increasing investment and trade between the two countries was the main focus of the discussions.
The significance of economic and technological collaboration, especially in the minerals sector, was emphasised by Shri Reddy during his separate talks with the ministers of Brazil, Italy, and Morocco. He reached out to potential collaborators in an effort to forge closer relations with foreign organisations.
Shri Reddy toured the India Pavilion at the forum’s opening event. The pavilion was organised by the Ministry of Mines in partnership with major stakeholders such as Coal India, Geological Survey of India (GSI), NMDC, NALCO, and MECL. It showcases mining capabilities. The pavilion also piqued international interest by showcasing India’s mining and minerals industry accomplishments and possibilities.
Beyond the official engagements, Shri Reddy also met with members of the Indian community in Riyadh, engaging in conversation with them. He stated his gratitude for their efforts to strengthen connections between Saudi Arabia and India and urged them to represent the expanding industrial and commercial sectors of India.
Shri Reddy’s attendance at the Future Minerals Forum demonstrates India’s determination to increase its influence in the international mining sector, which is driving global cooperation in the minerals sector. Meet your domestic energy demands and become a global leader in sustainable and value-driven mining by encouraging international investments and strengthening bilateral ties.
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