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Advancing ASEAN–World Bank Collaboration on Critical Minerals
March, 2025
Advancing ASEAN–World Bank Collaboration on Critical Minerals

Our Mining Lead, Michael Stanley met with Kanchana Wanichkorn, Director of Sectoral Development at ASEAN, to explore opportunities for partnership in achieving critical minerals objectives. In this conversation, they discuss the complex challenges facing the sector and the importance of early, coordinated action. Together, they highlight the shared commitment to advancing responsible and resilient critical minerals development across the region.

Japan on EGPS Successes and the Future of RISE
February, 2025
Japan on EGPS Successes and the Future of RISE

Japan’s involvement in EGPS highlights its commitment to sustainable development and governance in the extractives sector through financial contributions and active participation. We asked Hiroyuki Tsuruno, Director for Development Issues, Ministry of Finance, Japan, about the key successes of EGPS and our partnership, as well as his vision for the future of EGPS and RISE over the next five years. Watch as he shares his insights on the impact and evolution of these initiatives

Netherlands on Climate-Smart Mining and the Future of EGPS
February, 2025
Netherlands on Climate-Smart Mining and the Future of EGPS

We spoke with Sita Djelantik, Senior Policy Officer at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Netherlands, about the successes of EGPS, the impact of Climate-Smart Mining (CSM), and the importance of sustainable mineral supply chains. She shares insights on how the Netherlands has supported CSM from the start and the need for responsible investment in the sector. Looking ahead, she envisions EGPS driving more sustainable, diverse mineral supplies while ensuring local communities benefit. Watch to learn more.

Strategic Partnership Between the World Bank & World Gold Council
February, 2025
Strategic Partnership Between the World Bank & World Gold Council

Edward Bickham, Senior Adviser at the World Gold Council, shares why the partnership with the World Bank under the Multistakeholder Partnership Initiative (MSPI) is strategic for WGC. The MSPI framework fosters collaboration between host governments, large-scale mining (LSM), and artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) actors to develop sustainable and inclusive solutions. Watch as he highlights the value of working together to drive responsible mining practices and governance.