Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) and Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC) have formulated a comprehensive plan to explore and commercialise the large deposits of antimony discovered in Balochistan.

A joint venture between OGDCL and PMDC, with a 50:50 partnership, is expected to be announced during Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025 to be held on the 8th and 9th of next month.

The potential use of Oman’s advanced facilities for refining antimony is also being considered.

A decision has been made to modernize and align Pakistan’s mining educational curriculum with international standards.

There is a plan to initiate remote sensing and geological survey for a  comprehensive analysis of antimony deposits in Balochistan.

In Gilgit Baltistan, there has been progress on acquiring ten mineral blocks. There is confirmation of reserves for gold, copper, nickel and cobalt.

OGDCL and the Mineral Department are in contact regarding the exploration of mineral deposits in Chiniot.