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Australian expertise. Nepali sovereignty. World-class ESG. We're building the partnership model for responsible critical minerals development.
The Essentials
A clear, concise summary of the ANSMCO model and what it means for Nepal.
Resources in the ground remain 100% Nepal-owned.
ANSMCO supports governance, permitting coordination, and programme administration.
Joint oversight of licences and administration to support due process and compliance.
Safety, assurance, and community partnership embedded from day one.
Principles That Guide Our Work
Built on sovereignty, transparency, and shared value from the ground up.
Sovereignty First
Resources remain 100% Nepal-owned. No transfer of assets or rights in the ground.
Governance Led
Transparent administration with auditable controls and decision-ready reporting.
Community Partnership
Shared value, cultural respect, and intergenerational equity embedded from the start.
Why Nepal? Why Now?
Nepal holds significant untapped strategic mineral potential. The global shift toward critical minerals creates a unique window for responsible development.
Untapped Resources
Significant deposits of lithium, rare earths, and critical minerals remain unexplored.
Global Demand
Critical minerals demand projected to grow 4-6x by 2040 for clean energy transition.
Government Support
Nepal government actively seeking responsible international partnerships.
Australian Expertise
World-leading mining governance, ESG standards, and technical capability.
What ANSMCO is
A governance-first programme administrator supporting the Government of Nepal to deliver a national strategic minerals portfolio.
- Standards, assurance, and auditable administration
- Joint custodianship to support due process
- ESG embedded through controls and reporting
What it isn't
Not a concession and not a transfer of ownership. The model is designed to preserve sovereign ownership while improving governance, assurance, and delivery discipline.
- No sale or transfer of resources in the ground
- No public disclosure of commercial terms or negotiations
- No publication of unapproved personal details
ANSMCO vs. Traditional Mining
A fundamentally different approach that keeps Nepal in control while delivering world-class standards.
How It Works
A three-step administration model designed to be auditable, decision-ready, and aligned to public trust.
Set governance & standards
Define roles, ESG expectations, and document control.
Administer & oversee
Compliance tracking, staged planning, safety controls.
Report & improve
Auditable reporting and decision-ready assurance.
Stay Informed
Get updates on partnership opportunities and project milestones.
Portfolio
National portfolio — four phases
A staged approach designed for progressively higher assurance and decision-ready outcomes.
- Four phases across regions
- Consistent governance and administration
- High ESG standards embedded
Phases (snapshot)
Programme initiation and baseline studies.
Cultural and environmental sensitivity.
National priorities and engagement.
Broaden national optionality.
Explore Nepal's Regions
Click on the map to discover project phases across Nepal's strategic mineral regions.
Project Regions
Click on a region marker to view details about each project phase.
Key Metrics
Tracking progress and impact across the programme.
ESG and legacy (what it means)
- Safety-by-design and risk controls
- Disciplined recordkeeping and assurance
- Auditable reporting designed for public trust
- Sensitive-area planning and cultural heritage respect
- Community partnership pathways and shared value
- Intergenerational equity and legacy institutions
Legacy
Intergenerational equity
A long-term framing designed to support durable national benefit — including a future fund / sovereign wealth concept (high-level only).
Path to Partnership
A structured approach from initial engagement through to operational partnership.
Foundation & Governance
Establish governance frameworks, due diligence, and initial agreements.
Exploration & Validation
Conduct geological surveys and resource validation across target regions.
Development Planning
Develop detailed plans for responsible resource development.
Operational Partnership
Transition to full operational partnership with ongoing governance.
Ready to engage?
For general enquiries, partnership discussions, and official correspondence.