Pakistan, April 20 -- In April 2025, Islamabad hosted a landmark event that could reshape the economic destiny of Pakistan: the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum (PMIF25). Attended by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir, international investors, geological experts, and major corporate players, the forum marked a turning point in the country's pursuit of economic sovereignty. It focused attention on one of the most overlooked yet invaluable national assets: Pakistan's mineral wealth, estimated to be worth over $6 trillion.

This article delves into the significance of the forum, its strategic implications, and how Pakistan can translate its untapped geological wealth into long-term prosperity.

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