The government of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (Azad Jammu and Kashmir) has approved a major expansion of its mineral sector by reopening the issuance of mining leases under a new policy facilitation framework, according to a report seen by ProPakistani.
The decision follows approval by the AJK cabinet and is aimed at tapping the region’s untapped mineral resources while encouraging export-oriented mining activity.
Under the revised framework, previous restrictions on the issuance of mining leases have been withdrawn, paving the way for renewed commercial activity in the sector. Officials say the move is intended to create a more investor-friendly environment and accelerate development in mineral exploration and extraction.
The policy shift is expected to attract both domestic and foreign investment, particularly in mining ventures, while also generating new employment opportunities for local communities in resource-rich areas of the region.
