Tajikistan is set to host the first International Investment Mining and Metallurgical Forum and Exhibition on October 29-30 in Dushanbe, as part of its efforts to attract substantial foreign investments in its mining and metallurgical sector. This announcement was made by the Ministry of Industry and New Technologies of Tajikistan (MoINT) during a briefing.
Temour Yoribek, head of the Ministry's Department for International Cooperation, stated that the forum will bring together investors, experts, and entrepreneurs from across Tajikistan and Central Asia. The event is being organized by the Tajik government in collaboration with industry partners and the British company Vostock Capital UK. So far, over 20 foreign ministers and more than 60 transnational companies involved in mining and investment have confirmed their participation.
The forum is expected to become a premier event in the mining and metallurgy sector, providing a platform for professionals to exchange insights and experiences, discuss the prospects for developing Tajikistan's mining and metallurgical market, and explore innovations in mining and processing technologies. An exhibition will also take place, where companies will showcase their products and informational materials. Key topics for discussion will include market development, equipment and technology innovations, sustainable development, and other relevant issues.
A key highlight of the forum will be the presentation of significant investment projects within Tajikistan's mining and metallurgical industry. Among the largest projects are:
- Mining at the Shohqadambulak Iron-Bismuth Deposit: Located near the Kuramin mountain range in the Sughd region, this project requires $222mn in investments. The deposit is estimated to contain 153 million tons of ore with an average iron content of nearly 42%. The plant will cover over 80 hectares and is expected to create more than 800 jobs.
- Modernization of the Adrasmon Mining and Processing Plant: Situated in Sughd, this $100mn project will process ores from the East and West Konimansur deposits, producing concentrates with 31-36% lead and 2,200-3,300 grams of silver per ton. The project includes a two-phase plan to modernize production and expand capacity with a beneficiation plant and metallurgical facility, aiming for an annual output of 40,000 tons of concentrate.
- Coal Mining and Processing at the Shurob Deposit: Located in Isfara, this project seeks $60mn in investment. The deposit comprises five coal-bearing fields with total reserves of 300mn tons and balance reserves of 130mn tons.
- Construction of a Mining and Processing Plant at the Pindar Antimony Deposit: This $40mn investment aims to produce 200,000 cubic meters of cement products and 250,000 tons of lime annually, with separate facilities for limestone mining and processing.
- Modernization of TALCO’s Aluminum Production: Requiring $556mn, this project will involve the design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of new electrolyzers. It is set to be executed in three phases.
- Construction of an Industrial Plant for Aluminum Profile Production: This $46mn project aims to produce up to 1,250 tons of aluminum profiles monthly.
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