AMM2026: Next Mining Boom Will Be Built on More Than Resources (opens original article in a new tab)

At the AMM2026, Kazakhstan emphasized moving beyond raw material extraction to developing value-added industries, focusing on processing, technology, and collaboration. The event highlighted the need for industrial ecosystems, infrastructure, and workforce development to enhance global competitiveness.

• Kazakhstan aims to transition from raw material supplier to manufacturer of value-added products.
• The government is investing over $1 billion in facilities for higher-value products like cathode copper and steel.
• Ministers stressed the importance of technology, collaboration, and workforce development for economic diversification.
• Saudi Arabia and the US highlighted the need for end-to-end supply chain approaches and data infrastructure.