China is eager to invest in Pakistan’s mineral industry.
Dr. Hassan Daud Butt, Senior Adviser to Energy China and former CPEC Project Director, stated that China is keen to invest in Pakistan’s mineral sector, improve capacity building, and advance technologies, underscoring the enduring and strategic partnership between the two nations.
In an interview with APP on Wednesday, Dr. Butt stated that Pakistan possesses abundant natural resources, which may be effectively, sustainably, and responsibly harnessed through collaboration with China.
He observed that China is not solely focused on investment but also regards human resource training, local skill development, and the transfer of contemporary mining technology as essential elements of bilateral collaboration.
He underscored that the implementation of new technologies will enhance production in the mineral sector, decrease operational expenses, and augment Pakistan’s access to international markets. Emphasizing the significance of sustainable development, Dr. Butt asserted that compliance with international construction and operational standards guarantees responsible mining operations, prioritizing environmental preservation, community welfare, and judicious resource utilization.
He stated that planning and execution in accordance with contemporary world standards would not only stimulate economic growth but also mitigate the adverse environmental effects of mining ventures.
Dr. Butt further indicated that following collaboration in the energy, infrastructure, and industrial sectors under the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), the mineral sector is emerging as a significant area of partnership.
He conveyed optimism that collaborative Pakistan–China initiatives will provide new employment possibilities, enhance exports, and yield long-term advantages for the national economy.
He reiterated that Pakistan and China will persist in enhancing their collaboration in the future, grounded in mutual trust, common interests, and the principles of sustainable development, providing equitable benefits for the citizens of both nations from this strategic partnership.