• The Chilean delegation, led by Minister of Mining, Aurora Williams, and InvestChile Director, Karla Flores, carried out an extensive agenda of activities in the British capital, reinforcing the country’s position as a reliable and sustainable partner for mining investment.

Following an intensive schedule in Berlin, the Chilean delegation—led by Minister of Mining, Aurora Williams, and InvestChile Director, Karla Flores—arrived in London to continue the international roadshow to promote investment opportunities in Chile’s mining sector.

The day began with a business breakfast organized by Canning House, featuring welcome remarks from its Chief Executive Jeremy Browne, followed by presentations from Williams and Flores.

During her remarks, Karla Flores highlighted Chile’s strong macroeconomic fundamentals and its strategic advantages for investors, with particular emphasis on the mining sector. She also discussed the outlook for new projects, opportunities for international suppliers, and the call to establish new partnerships in the lithium industry.

The session concluded with an interactive discussion moderated by Jeremy Browne, in which participants exchanged views on the future of sustainable mining and Chile’s role in the global energy transition.

The delegation then attended a working lunch at the Residence of the Chilean Embassy, bringing together representatives from Chilean state-owned mining company CODELCO, the Chilean National Mining Society SONAMI, and mining company SQM to discuss the future of the sector and the role of responsible investment in its development.

The day concluded with the delegation’s participation in the London Metal Exchange Chairman’s Reception 2025, which was attended by high-level representatives from the international mining industry.

The future of mining

On their second day of official activities in London, Minister of Mining, Aurora Williams, and InvestChile Director, Karla Flores, took part in the conference titled Chile – The Future of Mining: Investing for the Future, organized by the Anglo Chilean Society at the Society of Antiquaries of London.

The event brought together leading figures from the public, mining, and financial sectors, focusing on Chile’s role as a trustworthy and forward-looking partner in the global mining industry—particularly in critical minerals and the sustainable development of resources.

The opening session featured remarks by Fiona Clouder, President of the Anglo Chilean Society; Ximena Fuentes, Chile’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom; and Matthew Chamberlain, CEO of the London Metal Exchange (LME).

During her presentation, Karla Flores outlined the benefits of investing in Chile, addressing the country’s economic outlook, major mining projects, opportunities for international suppliers, and the call for new partnerships in the lithium sector.

She also presented Chile’s Mining Project Portfolio, a joint initiative with the Ministry of Mining that includes 22 projects valued at over US$30 billion, designed to connect international investors with concrete opportunities in the country.

Subsequently, Aurora Williams gave a presentation on Chile’s National Mining Strategy, emphasizing the country’s commitment to a responsible industry aligned with the global energy transition.

The event concluded with a panel discussion featuring mining and finance experts, moderated by Fiona Clouder, which included representatives from CleanTech Lithium, Teck, Antofagasta Minerals, Rio Tinto, Anglo American, Elecmetal, and Great Southern Copper.

Later that day, Aurora Williams and Vanessa Séverin, Investment Commissioner for Europe at InvestChile, held a meeting with Simon Trott, CEO of Rio Tinto, one of the world’s leading mining companies.

Tomorrow, Minister Williams will continue her agenda in London with a series of meetings, while InvestChile’s Director, Karla Flores, will begin her activities in Rome as part of the official presidential visit.

Next stop: Rome

The agenda continues tomorrow in Rome, where InvestChile Director, Karla Flores, will join the Presidential Tour in Italy, led by President Gabriel Boric.

The first event will be the Chile–Italy Business Meeting, which will be led by the President and attended by officials from both countries, including Flores.

Subsequently, InvestChile will host a business roundtable with 30 Italian companies, focused on strengthening trade relations and exploring new investment opportunities in sectors such as mining, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing.

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