QUETTA: The Reko Diq Mining Company (RDMC) has made crucial financial contributions to the provincial government, paying over $28 million in taxes, royalties, and community investments as of June 2025.
These figures were revealed during a detailed media briefing held on Thursday to share the ongoing progress of the Reko Diq project one of Pakistan’s most promising mineral ventures.
In this regard, as per the verified sources of media, RDMC Communications Manager Samia Ali Shah said the contributions include $17.5 million in royalties, approximately $3.8 million in taxes collected on behalf of employees and third parties, and $7.2 million allocated to community development initiatives.
He was mentioning the public-private collaboration, Shah focused on that the Balochistan’s government holds a 25% equity share in the project without any financial obligation. The venture itself is a 50-50 partnership between the federal government and RDMC, symbolizing a robust model of inclusive development and resource sharing.
The briefing also mentioned RDMC’s long-term vision for human capital development in the province. The special recognition was given to the local trainees who recently returned from Argentina after completing an 18-month technical training program sponsored by RDMC.
These young professionals are now equipped with international-standard skills that will directly contribute to the project’s local operations.
Notably, 14% of the cohort sent abroad for training were women a reflection of RDMC’s commitment to gender inclusion and empowering Balochsitan’s youth.
This achievement strengthens a growing positive narrative about Balochistan a province rich in natural resources with great human potential.
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The Reko Diq project continues to stand as a symbol of opportunity, partnership, and prosperity for the region, aligning both local aspirations and global standards in responsible mining.
