a great new era awaits for critical minerals, the benefits of which hinge on the quality and stability of policy and regulatory responses.
This was one area of consensus that was reached this weekend, when Government, business, and civil society came together for open dialogue about how Zambia can leverage a growing demand for the minerals that are critical to the energy transition for the country’s betterment.
The result? The Government’s launch of “The Zambezi Minute,” an ambitious initiative aimed at harnessing the global demand for critical minerals and attracting foreign investment.
“Critical minerals are key to our economic future,” said President Hakainde Hichilema, adding: “My role is to secure investment and ensure the benefits reach our people.” Attracting investment will require – stakeholders agreed – that each of the Government’s mining policies are evaluated via one key question: “Does it reduce risk and increase output?”
Partnership is also central to this vision’s success, and business and Government have a mutual responsibility to safeguard and grow Zambia’s mining sector. “This is about partnership rooted in trust, clarity, and consistency,” said the President, adding “no surprises.”
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