Saudi Arabia understands the importance of cooperation between countries to meet the growing demand for critical minerals to transition to net-zero.
Saudi Arabia has signed MOUs for mining partnerships with Egypt, Russia, Morocco, and the Democratic Republic of Congo at the Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The partnerships focus on 'green metals' like copper, lithium, and aluminum, essential for renewable energy technologies. Saudi Arabia's $182 million exploration incentive program and the introduction of mining science and AI technologies represent an aggressive push towards sustainable resource utilization in the mining sector.
The use of AI in mining, demonstrated by Freeport-McMoRan's 10% production boost at its Arizona copper-ore mill following AI implementation, showcases the potential for transformative efficiency gains.
Advanced mining technologies and geopolitical alliances are reshaping the global mining industry, highlighting the strategic role of green metals in the energy transition and political dynamics among nations, notably in the Middle East.
The Minister of Investment, Khalid Al-Falih, emphasized the importance of cooperation between countries in the Middle East to meet the growing demand for critical minerals essential for the transition to net-zero. He highlighted that existing production facilities may face challenges due to resource depletion or sustainability concerns.
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