In recent developments, Pakistan and Australia are exploring a potential Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) to foster long-term cooperation in Pakistan's mining and mineral sector. This initiative was discussed during a meeting between Pakistan's Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik and the newly appointed Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Timothy Kane. According to Dawn, this proposal builds on a previous suggestion made in July 2025 by former Australian High Commissioner Neil Hawkins, which aimed to involve Australian universities and mining companies in providing specialized training to enhance local expertise in Pakistan. The sentiment across various sources, including Tribune Latest and ARY News, remains positive, highlighting the mutual interest in strengthening bilateral relations in the mining and gemstone sectors. The Nation Business also notes that more Australian companies are keen on investing in the Reko Diq copper-gold project in Balochistan, indicating a growing international interest in Pakistan's mineral resources.