Islamabad, In a significant move aimed at enhancing the export of pink salt, the Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC) and the US-based Miracle Saltworks Collective Incorporation (MSCI) have entered into an agreement to establish a Pink Rock Salt Crushing and Packaging Facility in Pakistan. This collaboration, signed today in Islamabad, marks a major step forward in leveraging Pakistan’s rich mineral resources on the global stage.

According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the signing ceremony was witnessed by the caretaker Prime Minister among other dignitaries, underlining the importance of this agreement within the framework of the Special Investment Facilitation Council. This project not only represents a substantial foreign direct investment of 200 million dollars into Pakistan but also reflects the growing confidence of the international community in the country’s mining and mineral sector.

The facility, which is expected to commence commercial production of 150,000 tonnes per annum by June 2026, will be strategically located in the Special Economic Zone in Mianwali. This location is pivotal for maximizing the logistical efficiency and global distribution of Pakistan’s pink salt, enhancing its competitiveness in the international market.

This venture promises to not only boost Pakistan’s exports but also create job opportunities, contribute to the local economy, and showcase the nation’s commitment to sustainable and innovative development in the mineral extraction industry.