"Taking the opportunity of long history of mining sector and new era of Myanmar, the potential investors and business from various countries are welcome to carry out business conveniently and enjoy advantages and facilities provided under the market oriented economic system.... Therefore, I would like to invite you as well as encourage you to carry out practical and reasonable tasks to develop Myanmar Mining Sector after this summit."
~ His Excellency U Thein Htaik, Former Union Minister of Mines, at his opening address at Myanmar Mining Summit, 23rd July 2012

With Myanmar's progress on opening the economy and the welcoming reciprocation echoed by the rest of the world, the country is now the centre-focus for investment, from worldwide. Infrastructure and natural resources, such as oil, gas, timbers and minerals, are wooing billions in foreign investment, and Myanmar is predicted to be heading for 20 - 30 years of tremendous growth with investors from across the globe.

Investors can expect more to come in the next 6 - 8 months, as the government led by President Thein Sein, unveil the much anticipated New Foreign investment Law, as well as the Mining Law and fiscal regime governing the minerals and its exploration sector.

Officially Hosted by Ministry of Mines, 2nd Myanmar Mining Summit is the official platform for all eager to assess investment opportunities and development plans in Myanmar's mining and mineral resources sectors. With the opening keynote address by His Excellency Dr Myint Aung, Union Minister of Mines, this 4 days activity-packed event aims to provide maximum opportunities for discussion and interaction between officials from the Ministry of Mines, Ministry of Finance and Internal Revenue and DICA, international investors, mining companies and financial institutions and gain first-hand knowledge and information about investing in Myanmar.

Highlights of 2nd Myanmar Mining Summit Include:

• The OFFICIAL Myanmar Mining Summit (Conference & Exhibition) Hosted by the Ministry of Mines

• 4 days of conference, workshops and exhibition

• Hosting over 400 participants involved or interested in Myanmar's mining sector

• 1 to 1 business meeting with officials from the Ministry of Mines ( Limited slots)

• 1 Pre Summit Workshop on "Doing Business in Myanmar Mining"

• 2 Post Summit Workshops on "Mining in Emerging Economies: From Structuring Corporate Transaction to Dealing with Production & Operational Issues" and "Prospectivity & Geological Landscape of Myanmar’s Mines & Minerals"

• Showcase over 20 exhibitors promoting their products &/or services

• Supported by Global Major and Junior Mining Companies

• Connect with key officials from Mining, Investment Departments, and top mining leaders seeking partnerships and investments

• ONE stop event for all investors and stakeholders who want to be involved in Asia's last frontier of minerals, gems resources

Key Focus of the Main Agenda Include:

• Updates on the Amended Myanmar Mining Law & Mining jurisdictions

• Clarification on the NEW Foreign Investment Law and Implications on Foreign Venture Interest in the Mining Sector

• Processes involved in Securing Mining Exploration Licenses/Ventures

• Regional Comparative Analysis on Commercial & Geological Landscape

• Key Success Factors for Mining Investment in Myanmar

• Resource Market Dynamics and Special focus on Key Resources - Gold, Copper & Iron Ore

• Legal & Taxation Matters related to Mining Projects & Operations

• Due Diligences Issues on Environmental Impact and Sustainability

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Mark your calendar TODAY to join and meet:

• Global miners, investors and stakeholders seeking resource investment, exploration and mine development opportunities in Myanmar
• Authorities and governments clarifiy exploration opportunities and reveal the latest incentives to attract mining investments.
• Local and foreign investors evaluate the nation's viable mining investment opportunities.
• Major equipment and service providers showcase their latest product and services formining ventures

July Event Highlights:

A review on the event ...

Mining prospects explored by international investors at MyanmarMining Summit

The marked interest in Myanmar’s mining sector was evident at the 1st Official Summit organized by CMT, and hosted by Myanmar’s Ministry of Mines in Yangon, the first of its kind in the nation.

Close to 300 delegates including those from Asia, Middle East, Africa, Europe, Australia, US & Canada turned out at the 3.5 day event to hear official Opening address by His Excellency U Thein Htaik, Union Minister of Mines, and other talks by key authorities from the Ministry of Mines, Directorate of Investment and Company Administration (DICA), Department of Geological Survey & Mineral Exploration (DGSE) as well as presentations by representatives from the private sector to examine the investment climate and the opportunities in Myanmar’s mining industry.

Business leaders from mining & exploration companies, to legal firms, risk management consultants, financial advisors, and other allied industries received an outline of Myanmar Investment & Mining Environment, information on structuring a JV & risk management, options on mining projects financing, and geological opportunities that the nation presents, via three specially designed value-added workshops.

Delegates also benefitted from a rare opportunity – a chance to interact with Myanmar Mining Officials through 1 to 1 meetings.

What delegates said about 1st Myanmar Mining Summit held in Yangon on 23-25 July 2012 ...

"Extremely useful"
~ Traverse Drilling International

"A very good overview of foreign investment pros and cons "
~ Indodrill Group

"Informative first exposure to Myanmar mining law"
~ Ashburton Minerals

"Excellent overall description of the operating environment here"
~ PT Gemala Borneo Utama

"An excellent introduction to the Myanmar mining sector"
~ Eastern Iron Limited

"Important for mining investors to know"
~ First Resources

"Very well organized and successful first ever mining summit of Myanmar and enjoyed itverymuch"
~ DGSE, Ministry of Mines

"Very good overview of geology & Minerals deposit of Myanmar"
~ Eurasian Minerals

"It was a good introduction to a frontier resource rich country which is just opening up"
~ Avitus Capital

"Reviewed all relevant matters"
~ Mineral Commodities