Session 4: Mining Finance and Impact Investment in Eurasia

The development of critical raw materials across Eurasia is heavily reliant on the financial markets and strategic investors. However, in 2023, many mining companies in the region were negatively impacted by rising costs, inflation, shrinking exports, and the “impact investment” requirements to improve ESG performance. The ongoing war in Ukraine and dependence on Russia and China continue to drive up investment risk discounts and the cost of borrowing. This session will focus on good practices in financing and investing the exploration of raw materials while safeguarding the environment and welfare of local communities.