ISLAMABAD: White Bridge Mining, led by prominent US investor Gentry Beach, has signed a landmark agreement with the Apex Energy for the exploration and development of Placer Gold deposits.

This agreement marks a major breakthrough in unlocking Pakistan's vast, untapped mineral wealth-estimated at over $50 trillion-and integrating the country into global critical mineral supply chains.

This first-of-its-kind investment demonstrates growing international confidence in Pakistan's mining sector, paving the way for advanced mineral exploration, sustainable extraction, and long-term economic growth.

It also highlights White Bridge Mining's commitment to responsible investment, state-of-the-art mining technologies, and high-value job creation."Pakistan is home to extraordinary mineral wealth, and our investment is a commitment to unlocking its full potential through responsible mining and global partnerships.

This collaboration has the potential to be positioned within the US Department of Defense's (DoD) Trusted Partner Programme, which seeks to secure and diversify critical mineral supply chains in key global markets.

This agreement is expected to bring modern mining technologies and sustainable extraction practices, ensuring that Pakistan's mineral wealth is developed responsibly while maximizing economic returns.

Published in The Daily National Courier, January, 31 2025

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