Balochistan, Pakistan’s most resource-rich yet marginalized province, holds vast reserves of copper, gold, gas, and coal. From the giant Reko Diq project to the Sui gas fields, energy and mining define its economy—yet insecurity and exclusion continue to hinder its potential.
The global mining industry has entered a transformative era in 2025, driven by the twin forces of resource scarcity and the green energy transition. From copper and lithium powering electric vehicles, to iron ore and coal still dominating industrial output in many regions, the world’s largest mining companies play a pivotal role in shaping the
Barrick Gold posts strongest earnings in over a decade, boosts copper reserves by 224%, and outlines aggressive 2025 growth strategy focused on Tier One assets like Lumwana and Reko Diq.