The 14th International Arab Mineral Resources Conference launched in Saudi Arabia

Under the Auspice of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Arabia witnessed today (Tuesday) the official opening of the 14th International Arab Mineral Resources Conference under the slogan “The Arab Mineral Wealth…. Strategic resources and promising investment opportunities” in the city of Jeddah.

The Conference which starts from 22-24 November, 2016 is organized by the Saudi Ministry of Energy, Industry and Mineral Resources in cooperation with the Arab Industrial Development and Mining Organization (AIDMO) and being attended by several Arab ministers in charge of mineral resources, senior officials, experts and leaders of organizations operating in the mining sector.

The three-day conference aims at exchanging knowledge and experience between Arab and foreign experts and Arab and international institutions working in the mining sector and activating the Arab-international cooperation in this field.

It also aims at discussing the impact of the mineral sector on the economies of Arab countries, the promotion of mining projects, the development of mining legislation and the elimination of obstacles hindering Arab and foreign investments in this sector.

on the sidelines of the conference, an exhibition is also organized to showcase latest bodies and Arab and foreign companies operating in the mining industry, investment opportunities in the mining sector and other related opportunities, as well as sustainable development and social responsibility in this sector, innovative solutions, successful Arab experiences and investment prospects.