The UK-funded REMIT program is designed to bolster the Geological Survey of Pakistan's technical skills in areas such as digital geological surveying and GIS, which British High Commissioner Jane Marriott believes are essential for attracting responsible investment. Concurrently, the EU's Beyond Barriers initiative focuses on empowering women with disabilities, enhancing their access to decent work and combating gender-based violence, aligning with Pakistan's commitment to inclusion under the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
INTERNATIONALPublished 16 Apr 2026 • Published 6 days ago • Updated 6 days ago
UK-Pakistan Partnership Strengthens Geological Survey Capabilities
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The UK-funded REMIT program aims to enhance the Geological Survey of Pakistan's capabilities, while the EU's Beyond Barriers project supports women with disabilities. Recent developments highlight Pakistan's strategic importance in critical minerals, particularly with the Reko Diq copper-gold mine set to transform its mining landscape by 2029.
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