MINEPEC NIGER 2010 will consist of three days of plenary sessions, technical workshops, exhibitions as well as visits to key Nigerien mining and petroleum sites.

This international mining and petroleum conference is the first of its kind to be organised in Niger. It will gather international investors, mining and petroleum experts, directors of financial institutions, Nigerien decision makers, development partners and donors, as well as the other key actors and partners in the mining and petroleum industry.

MINEPEC NIGER is expected be one of the largest Mining and Petroleum forums organised on the African continent. Its aim is to promote the Niger Mining and Petroleum sectors and set up a better contribution of these industries to the country’s social and economic development.

MINEPEC NIGER 2010 is organised by the Ministry of Mines and Energy and the British event organiser AME Trade Limited.

The event will provide an excellent opportunity for all participants to discover Niger, its mining resources, investment opportunities, as well as discussing the questions of the developing Niger’s mining and petroleum resources and tackling environmental issues.

The main theme selected for MINEPEC NIGER 2010 is:

“The Extractive Industries & Long Term Sustainable Development”

MINEPEC NIGER will act as a platform to exchange experiences, debate and establish business partnerships and cooperation, which will lead to conclusions and recommendations for an improved development of the Niger’s sub-soil riches.