The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced the discovery of new sites for gold and copper ore deposits in the Madinah region, reported Saudi Press Agency (SPA).

The Saudi Geological Survey, represented by the Survey and Mineral Exploration Centre, said the discoveries of gold ore were within the boundaries of Aba Al Raha, the shield of Umm Al Barrak Hejaz, in the Madinah region, while copper was found at four sites in the Al Madiq area within the Wadi Al Faraa region in Madinah.

These discoveries represent promising potentials for special copper deposits, from the mineral chalcocite (Cu2S), which is scattered, as well as some secondary copper carbonate minerals.

 These are added to the list of discoveries during 2022, which will accelerate the pace of mining investment in the kingdom and thus supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, stated the SPA report.

These discoveries in various locations in KSA will contribute to the development of the national economy, with the influx of local and international investors to make investments in the thriving mining sector, it added.