MISSION AND VISION

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 services industries, including 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's Objectives are as follows:

• To promote the growth and development of the mining industry;

• To promote and encourage investments in the mining industry;

• To cooperate with the government in its programs to advance the growth, development, and stability of the mining industry;

• To provide a forum where the members can exchange ideas and information concerning the mining industry; and

• To gather and disseminate statistics and information to its members and the public concerning the mining industry.

• To make interventions when necessary, in the implementation of rules and regulations for the development of the industry.

Our visions for the mining industry are not new but they answer the needs of the times and the perceptions for the future. We see a mining industry that is:

• capable of alleviating poverty in the countryside;

• socially and environmentally responsible;

• continuously exploring for mineral wealth;

• contributing significantly to the nation’s development.

Guided by the objective of sustainable development, we foresee that the mining industry will be able to bounce back to its previous position as one of the major contributors to the country’s economic growth and development.

We envision a mining industry of the future that is efficient, forward looking and committed to its social and environmental responsibilities. We shall continue to counter the negative perceptions on the industry in order to shift the tide towards its development as we aim to help liberate the country from poverty.