QUETTA – Reko Diq Mining Corporation (RDMC) has paid over \$28 million to the Balochistan government under taxes, royalties, and social investment, officials revealed during a recent media briefing. This update was shared as part of progress on the Reko Diq mining project.
Communications Manager Samia Ali Shah stated that by June 2025, RDMC paid \$17.5 million in royalties, around \$3.8 million in taxes collected from employees and partners, and \$7.2 million toward social development programs. These payments highlight the project’s ongoing commitment to the province’s growth.
She clarified that the Balochistan government holds a 25% stake in the project. However, it has not made any direct investment so far. The project operates under a 50-50 partnership between the federal government of Pakistan and RDMC.
The briefing also shed light on the company’s efforts to develop the local workforce. RDMC has taken steps to train youth from the region to help them gain technical skills and career opportunities in the mining sector.
Several young trainees, recently returned from Argentina after completing 18 months of technical training, were present at the event. According to Samia, 14% of these trainees were women, marking a notable push for gender inclusion in the mining workforce.
She added that this project holds long-term benefits for the region and is designed to uplift communities, build skilled human resources, and ensure sustainable economic development in Balochistan.