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Middle East and Africa Summit 2025

Strategic Resources, Global Stakes: Critical Mineral Investments in a Changing World

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As demand for critical minerals accelerates, resilient supply chains are becoming central to economic growth and national security across the world. This is especially true in the region, host to minerals and with rising demand. The importance of investment with new and strategic partnerships is growing to explore reserves and strengthen the region’s role in shaping the future of mineral supplies. This panel brings together experts to share their insights on how policy intent, capital flows, and partnerships are collaborating across borders to shape it.

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    Moderator

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    Eleni Giokos

    Anchor and Correspondent, CNN

    Speakers

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    Mateo Goldman

    Senior Vice President, Investments, US International Development Finance Corporation
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    Marie-Chantal Kaninda

    President, Glencore DRC; Chairperson, Kamoto Copper Company
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    Oskar Lewnowski

    Founder and Group CEO, Orion Resource Partners
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    Ayo Sopitan

    CEO, Metalex Commodities Inc.
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    Bob Wilt

    CEO, Maaden