Islamabad: International mining technology firm Weir has expressed an interest in leveraging its global expertise to develop Pakistan’s mineral resources. This was discussed during a meeting between Weir’s Director, J.D. Singleton, and Pakistan’s Minister for Petroleum, Ali Pervaiz Malik, in Islamabad.
According to Radio Pakistan, the meeting covered investment opportunities within Pakistan’s mineral sector, the application of modern mining technologies, and prospects for strategic collaboration. Minister Malik assured the government’s full support to foster international investment and cooperation in this sector. He highlighted the importance of partnerships with international technology firms like Weir to attract foreign investment.
Weir operates in over fifty countries and aims to establish long-term partnerships with the government and key stakeholders in Pakistan’s mineral industry. The company plans to participate as a platinum sponsor in the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026, to be held in Islamabad next month. Weir Group CEO Andrew Neilson and other senior officials will also attend the forum.