Unveiling the Future Minerals Forum 2025 Agenda
FMF 2025 will tackle the toughest challenges in the global mineral supply with world’s top leaders.
Today, the agenda for the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) 2025 was revealed during an informative press conference. The gathering, led by the Vice-Minister for Mining Affairs, H.E. Khalid Al-Mudaifer, promises a comprehensive approach to the pressing challenges within the mineral industry.
Highlighting Key Themes: Year of Impact
As FMF enters its fourth year, the theme “Year of Impact” sets the stage for an agenda focused on critical issues affecting the mineral sector. The three-day forum aims to redefine the mineral industries’ future in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
Exploring the Agenda
This extensive agenda includes significant events, such as:
- Ministerial Roundtable: The 4th edition will attract over 100 government representatives along with 50 international organizations, aiming to develop impactful global strategies.
- International Geological Surveys Meeting: This is the 2nd edition, gathering CEOs of geological surveys in the largest assembly to date.
- Centers of Excellence Meeting: A platform for leading experts at the forefront of minerals research and innovation.
- Knowledge Exchange: Facilitating in-depth discussions on the latest advancements in minerals intelligence, geology, and sustainability.
- Leadership Roundtable: A forum where global leaders in mining will collaborate on enhancing investments and creating processing hubs.
- Regional Leadership Roundtables: These will unite nations from Africa, Central Asia, and Latin America, focusing on strengthening a unified global minerals movement.
- FMF Conference Plenary: Featuring a vast array of CEOs from the minerals sector addressing current market challenges.
The FMF Ministerial Roundtable serves as a cornerstone for discussions, emphasizing the need to confront the real challenges affecting global mineral supply at all leadership levels.
Fostering Innovation and Collaboration
H.E. Khalid Al-Mudaifer highlighted the forum as a leading platform to address both regional and international issues in mining. The focus will be on enhancing the supply of critical minerals, which are essential for the transition toward sustainable energy. FMF offers an exceptional chance to exchange ideas and innovative solutions while bolstering international cooperation.
Engagement and Insights
Day one includes an International Exhibition coupled with interactive Knowledge Exchange sessions, where industry leaders will present insights regarding the global mineral supply outlook. Participants will engage directly with experts through Q&A sessions designed to foster dialogue on emerging technologies and sustainability frameworks.
Additionally, fresh voices from the downstream sector are set to showcase innovative strategies for integrating local communities and economies into the mineral value chain, offering live demonstrations of the intersections between technology and sustainability.
Days of Leadership and Collaboration
Days two and three are scheduled to involve a series of Leadership Roundtables, emphasizing trade and investment opportunities from emerging supplier regions. Each session will include Ministers and industry experts who will tackle pressing issues to unlock and de-risk the global mineral supply through collaboration.
FMF 2025 proudly hosts a remarkable lineup of industry giants, ensuring robust discussions that drive impactful solutions:
- Dominic Barton: Chairman of Rio Tinto
- Máximo Pacheco: Chairman of Codelco
- Duncan Wanblad: CEO of Anglo American
- Mark Bristow: CEO of Barrick Gold
- Tom Palmer: President and CEO of Newmont
- Graham Kerr: CEO of South32
- Kent Masters: CEO of Albermarle
- Catherine Raw: Chief Development Officer at BHP
- Jinghe Chen: Executive Chairman of Zinjin
- Yuan Honglin: Chairman of CMOC
- Jonathan Price: CEO of Teck Resources
- Jeremy Weir: CEO of Trafigura Group
- Mark Cutifani: Chairman of Vale Base Metals
- Bob Wilt: CEO of Ma'aden
- Jasper Jung: Executive Director at General Motors
- Joe Kaeser: Chairman at Siemens Energy and Daimler Truck
- Robert Friedland: Founder of Ivanhoe Mines
- HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz: Minister of Energy
- H.E. Bandar AlKhorayef: Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources
- H.E. Mohammed Al-Jadaan: Minister of Finance
- H.E. Khalid Al-Mudaifer: Vice-Minister for Mining Affairs
- H.E. Khalid Al-Falih: Minister of Investment
- H.E. Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi: Secretary General of Gulf Cooperation Council
- H.E. Yousef bin Abdullah Al-Benyan: Minister of Education
- H.E. Saleh Al Jasser: Minister of Transport
- Mohammed A. Abunayyan: Chairman of ACWA Power
The impressive selection of speakers will engage in solution-based discussions across various facets of the mineral ecosystem.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Future Minerals Forum?
The Future Minerals Forum is a leading platform that brings together global stakeholders to address the challenges and opportunities in the mineral sector.
What can we expect at FMF 2025?
FMF 2025 will focus on critical issues in the mineral industry and feature various high-profile speakers and interactive sessions.
Who will be attending FMF 2025?
The forum will include government officials, industry leaders, and experts from various sectors dedicated to transforming the mineral landscape.
What is the theme for this year’s forum?
The theme for FMF 2025 is “Year of Impact,” emphasizing the urgent need for innovative and sustainable solutions in the mineral sector.
How does FMF support sustainability?
FMF aims to promote sustainability in mining by fostering international cooperation and discussions around innovative solutions for critical minerals.
