In a recent development concerning the Reko Diq copper-gold mine project in Balochistan, Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti has reassured foreign investors of the government's capability to secure the site following a series of deadly militant attacks in January 2026. Barrick Gold Corporation, which co-owns the mine with the Pakistani government, announced it would review the project after coordinated assaults on January 30-31 that resulted in the deaths of 36 civilians and 22 security personnel. Bugti emphasized, "We want to assure them that we have the capacity and capability to protect our foreign investors," and acknowledged that while the attacks have dented investor confidence, the government remains committed to rebuilding trust. The Reko Diq project is projected to generate $70 billion in free cash flow and $90 billion in operating cash flow, with production expected to commence in 2028.