Pakistan actively pushed for stronger ties with Russia in energy, trade, investment, and mining at the 2025 St. Petersburg Economic Forum. Federal Energy Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik led the Pakistani delegation and met key Russian officials to discuss expanding cooperation.
During a meeting with Russian Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev, who also chairs the Pakistan-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission (IGC), both sides explored options in energy, banking, insurance, connectivity, and mining. Russia welcomed deeper engagement and looked forward to the 10th IGC session in Islamabad later this year.
Malik also met Alexey Shemetov, First Deputy Director of Rosatom Minerals. He invited Rosatom to invest in Pakistan’s mining sector, with a focus on modern technology, safety, and efficiency. Shemetov showed serious interest, hinting at possible future collaboration in mineral exploration and development.
Speaking at a high-level forum, Malik highlighted key reforms in Pakistan’s mining sector. He presented the new Mining Framework Policy and progress on the Reko Diq feasibility study. He also promoted Pakistan’s efforts to attract responsible investment and ensure community and environmental benefits.
Finally, Malik invited global firms to attend the next Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum. He said Pakistan now meets international legal standards and praised PM Shehbaz Sharif’s vision to make the country a leading mining investment hub.