Riyadh, 21 Rajab 1447 AH (10 January 2026)

The International Mining Conference takes place from 13 to 15 January 2026 at King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh, with broad international participation that reflects the Kingdom's growing standing as an influential global centre for the mining sector.

Part of the Future Minerals Forum, the conference is a leading global platform bringing together government leaders, decision-makers, experts and investors from around the world to discuss the main opportunities and challenges facing the mining sector and explore ways to develop it on sustainable foundations that support global economic growth.

The forum aims to shape the future of mining by showcasing the latest technologies and innovative solutions, promoting investment in mineral resources and supporting responsible mining and sustainable development, helping meet rising global demand for strategic minerals, particularly those linked to the energy transition and advanced industries.

More than 14,000 participants from 178 countries are taking part, including 75 government representatives, alongside leaders of global mining companies, financial institutions and research centres, strengthening the forum's role as a catalyst for international cooperation and strategic partnerships between governments and the private sector.

The forum gives participants a look at the future of mining in Saudi Arabia and the quality investment opportunities the sector offers, given the Kingdom's promising mineral wealth and ambitious national strategies aimed at making mining the third pillar of the national economy under Vision 2030.

The conference affirms the Kingdom's commitment to its central role in leading the global dialogue on the future of minerals and to adopting a sustainable operating model that enhances economic value, preserves natural resources and supports innovation and knowledge transfer, contributing to a more efficient and sustainable global mining sector.