Mining industry

Saudi Arabia Enhances Mining Cooperation with International Partners

Strategic Insights

Oct 12, 2025 — 1 min read

Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef met with leaders of the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) and officials from Technical Development Solutions (TDS) to discuss joint opportunities in research, innovation, and advanced technologies in the mining sector. The meetings took place during the inaugural GEOMIN Symposium in Jeddah, aiming to promote dialogue on the future of mineral exploration and showcase the latest innovations in the field. The Saudi government is committed to strengthening collaboration in advanced mining technologies and enhancing human capital in geological surveying.

Key Takeaways:

Minister Bandar Alkhorayef met with SEG leaders to discuss developing joint initiatives in mining exploration research and latest global practices in geophysical surveys.
The meetings addressed programs for enhancing human capital in geological surveying and plans for the GEOMIN Symposium.
The minister explored ways to strengthen collaboration in advanced mining technologies with TDS officials.
The 2025 GEOMIN Symposium features prominent geological experts and researchers, showcasing the latest innovations in the field.
CEO of the Saudi Geological Survey Eng. Abdullah Al-Shamrani participated in the meetings with key figures from the Kingdom's mining sector.
The Saudi government aims to promote a dialogue on the future of mineral exploration and showcase innovations in the mining sector.

Statistics:

The 2025 GEOMIN Symposium in Jeddah began on October 13, 2025 (date not provided in the original text, only October 13, 2025).
No specific numerical data on the number of attendees or participating organizations is mentioned in the text.
The Saudi government is strengthening collaboration in advanced mining technologies with international partners.
The 2025 GEOMIN Symposium features prominent geological experts and researchers from various organizations.

Sources:

SPA, October 13, 2025
SPA - Saudi Arabia Press Agency (not syndicated on the provided webpage)

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