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Investors Call for Creation of International Minerals Agency
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on November 3, 2025
2 min readLast updated: January 21, 2026
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Investors managing $18 trillion propose an International Minerals Agency to monitor global mineral supply, demand, and sustainability.
Investors Advocate for Establishment of Global Minerals Agency
LONDON (Reuters) -A group of investors in mining called on Monday for the creation of an independent agency for the sector modelled after the International Energy Agency.
The group of investors, which together manage or advise on $18 trillion of assets, said the new International Minerals Agency would be able to monitor global mineral supply and demand as well as illegal flows, a statement said.
The agency would also provide data about which companies are progressing toward global performance standards on sustainability, it added.
The group of investors - the Global Investor Commission on Mining 2030 - includes PIMCO, ING, L&G, Allianz Investment Management, Church of England Pension Fund and Royal London Asset Management.
It released a report in Sao Paulo, aiming to provide a 10-year blueprint for a responsible mining sector, ahead of United Nations climate negotiations, having met with President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil.
"The Commission’s vision offers a roadmap for investors to unlock value by promoting sustainability and improving public perception," said Peter Kindt, global head transition accelerator at ING.
"Achieving this will require multi-stakeholder collaboration and new initiatives like an International Minerals Agency."
(Reporting by Eric Onstad in LondonEditing by Matthew Lewis)
Key Takeaways
- •Investors call for a new International Minerals Agency.
- •The agency would monitor global mineral supply and demand.
- •It aims to track illegal mineral flows and sustainability standards.
- •The proposal is backed by investors managing $18 trillion in assets.
- •The initiative is part of a 10-year blueprint for responsible mining.
Frequently Asked Questions about Investors call for creation of International Minerals Agency
1What is the International Minerals Agency?
The International Minerals Agency is a proposed independent agency for the mining sector, aimed at monitoring global mineral supply and demand, as well as promoting sustainability and responsible practices in the industry.
2What is sustainability in finance?
Sustainability in finance refers to investment practices that consider environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, aiming to create long-term value while minimizing negative impacts on society and the environment.
3What is a financial community?
A financial community consists of individuals, organizations, and institutions that engage in financial activities, including investing, banking, and trading, often sharing resources, knowledge, and networks.
4What are global performance standards?
Global performance standards are benchmarks set by organizations to ensure that companies meet specific criteria in areas such as sustainability, ethics, and social responsibility, promoting best practices across industries.
5What is illegal flow in finance?
Illegal flow in finance refers to the movement of funds that are obtained or transferred through unlawful means, such as money laundering or financing of illegal activities, often evading regulatory scrutiny.