The Chamber of Mines of the Philippines is an association advancing the interest of mining, quarrying and mineral processing companies for the efficient exploration, development and utilization of minerals in consonance with sound economic, environmental and social policies. The association consists of members coming from exploration, mining, mineral processing and service industries including other professional associations. The members are united by a shared commitment to the principles of economic growth, sustainable development and as government's partners in development.
 

The Chamber of Mines of the Philippines was first organized in 1936 and was revived in 1949. With the consolidation of the Gold Producers Association and the Base metals Association, it was organized as a non-stock, non-profit corporation on 4 September 1975 . Since then, it has become the premiere business voice of the mining industry, playing a leading role in shaping the mining industry's response to the challenges of sustainable development.
 

  PURPOSE

The Purpose of the Chamber of Mines is to serve as a lobby group for the mining industry. It actively supports legislation in support of mining as well as prepares analyses and position papers and submits these to Congress, the Office of the President and other concerned Government Agencies. It continues to be a consistent and vigilant spokesperson for the mining industry
 

  OBJECTIVES

BUSINESS LEADERSHIP  – To be the leading advocate on issues connected with the sustainable development of the mining and minerals industry.

POLICY DEVELOPMENT – To participate in policy development in order to create and investment environment that will allow the mining industry to effectively contribute to national development.

MINING ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT – To demonstrate progress in environmental and mineral resource management and to share best practices among members.

INFORMATION EDUCATION ADVOCACY – To advocate the importance of the mining industry to national development and to anticipate future changes leading to its economic sustainability.

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - to develop CSR standards by which compliance and progress can be gauged and monitored.

NETWORK – To contribute through international and national networks to a sustainable future for the mining industry.
 

  PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES

The Chamber of Mines of the Philippines conducts mining workshops, conferences and exhibits for the purpose of disseminating, clarifying and forging closer relationships with all sectors of Philippine society.

The Chamber represents its various members in their dealings with various Government agencies such as the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB), National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP), Board of Investments (BOI) and others.
 

  ACTIVITY OUTPUTS

· Lead institution responsible for important amendments to mining laws and regulations;

· Supports and actively promotes industry “Best Practices” in the exploitation, development, mining and processing of minerals;
· Dialogues with various sectors of Philippine society to promote better awareness and understanding of the role of mining in nation-building;

Currently, the Chamber of Mines of the Philippines is the Chairman and Secretariat of the ASEAN Federation of Mining Associations (AFMA) for the year 2004-2005.