Perspective on Twenty Years of Geological and Mining Exploration

The twenty-year vision for geological and mining exploration focuses on establishing essential frameworks and foundational activities to advance knowledge-driven initiatives and contribute to the country’s sustainable development. Key objectives include identifying geological environments, assessing and exploring mineral reserves, understanding and monitoring geological risks, and developing comprehensive databases for geological knowledge.

Strategies for the Geological Sector

• Promoting a Resilient Society and Safe Environment: Contribute to societal resilience through effective geological risk management.
• Advancing Knowledge-Based Infrastructure: Build and strengthen information systems centered on geoscientific advancements.
• Capacity Building: Enhance human resources and technological capabilities in geological sciences.
• Standardization in Geological Practices: Establish and implement geological standards for designing and executing development projects.
• Active Dissemination of Knowledge: Develop robust platforms for sharing soil and geological knowledge effectively.

Strategies for Mineral Exploration

• Enhancing Competitive Capacity: Strengthen the mining sector by systematically identifying and exploring mineral reserves.
• Expanding Exploration Capabilities: Increase the scale and depth of mineral exploration efforts.
• Building Expertise and Technological Capacity: Develop skilled human resources and leverage advanced exploration technologies.
• Fostering Regional Development and Employment: Support regional growth and job creation through mining initiatives.

Objectives

1. Policy Development and National Planning: Formulate policies and strategies for geological studies and mineral exploration at the national level.
2. Identification of Geological Environments: Assess geological environments and identify mineral potentials, providing critical data for infrastructure, sociological, and economic projects.
3. Research in Soil Geology: Conduct studies in engineering geology, environmental geology, and risk assessment.
4. Seismic Hazard Research: Investigate seismic zones to minimize and prevent economic and social impacts of earthquakes.
5. Marine and Coastal Engineering Studies: Explore non-living natural resources in aquatic environments and conduct research in coastal engineering.
6. Discovering New Mineral Reserves: Execute comprehensive exploration programs across different phases, from reconnaissance to detailed resource calculations, to foster growth and create employment opportunities.
7. Data Management and Accessibility: Gather, process, and regularly update land science databases, providing critical information for researchers, investors, and the mineral industry.
8. Collaborative Research and Education: Engage in joint research projects and support applied education initiatives in higher education institutions.