Session 1: Mining Policy Framework -
This session will delve into the National Policy Framework on Critical Minerals, exploring the strategic importance of these resources for economic growth and national security. Attendees will gain insights into current policies, future initiatives, and collaborative strategies aimed at ensuring a stable supply chain. The session will also feature international benchmarks and best practices, providing a comparative analysis of the Philippines' framework against global standards.
Session 3: TSM in Ph: First Implementation Year Report and Analysis -
A recent EY (Ernst & Young Global Ltd.) survey ranked ESG not just as the top business risk for 2024 but also a top opportunity for the industry as ESG considerations become increasingly significant due to regulatory demands, financing standards, societal expectations, and legal challenges. Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) has been identified by Anthesis, an Australia-based global sustainability think tank as one of the main ESG standards and frameworks in the mining industry “that provide valuable guidance for navigating this complex and evolving landscape by standardizing measurement and best practices”. After officially adopting TSM in December 2017 in partnership with the Mining Association of Canada, the Chamber of Mines of the Philippines operating member-firms submitted this year their self-assessment reports on eight TSM Protocols and nearly half of these members subjected themselves to external verification. This session will examine closely the highlights of the consolidated self-ratings and individual externally validated results with the end in view of furthering the Chamber members’ strong performance areas, identifying areas for improvement, as well as finding ways to contribute to the enhancement of the country’s ESG policy environment.
Session 4: An Analysis of Impacts of a Progressive Mining Fiscal Regime -
This session will provide an in-depth analysis of the current mining fiscal regime, focusing on its implica:ons for the industry and the broader economy. Par:cipants will explore the structure of taxes, royal:es, and other fiscal policies that govern mining opera:ons. Experts will discuss the challenges and opportuni:es presented by the exis:ng fiscal framework, poten:al reforms, and their impact on investment and sustainability. The session will also offer compara:ve insights into interna:onal fiscal regimes, highligh:ng best prac:ces and lessons learned from other mining jurisdic:ons.
