--- title: "2025 Agenda | Argentina Copper" description: "2025 Agenda - Day 1. Discover the key topics that will be addressed in this edition of Arg de Cobre 2025." canonical: "https://www.argentinacobre.com.ar/en/2025/schedule/day-one" --- # 2025 Agenda | Argentina Copper - [Home](https://www.argentinacobre.com.ar/en) - 2025 Agenda ## 2025 Agenda - Skip to main content - [DAY 1](https://www.argentinacobre.com.ar/en/2025/schedule/day-one) - [DAY 2](https://www.argentinacobre.com.ar/en/2025/schedule/day-two) ### August 4, 2025 Program Schedule Times in Argentina Standard Time (GMT−3) ### Day 1 Schedule — previous edition 08:30 11:00 ### Side-event: Women in Mining Argentina #### Shaping the Future of Human Capital in Argentina’s Mining Industry A new session led by Women in Mining Argentina, focused on human resources and mining-related training. This space will feature insights from female leaders within San Juan’s productive matrix, highlighting workforce development needs and training and education opportunities in the mining sector. A new session led by Women in Mining Argentina, focused on human resources and mining-related training. This space will feature insights from female l... Exclusive access for Argentina Copper participants. Please contact us for more information. 11:00 12:00 ### Side Event: Training Session on the Canadian NI 43-101 Standard and Access to the Toronto Stock Exchange Venture (TSX V) #### Key Steps to Finance Mining Projects Through the World’s Leading Capital Market Hub An exclusive session with representatives from TMX Group—operator of the TSX and TSX Venture Exchange—focused on the process of listing mining projects on the Toronto Stock Exchange. The session will cover the requirements of Canada’s NI 43-101 standard, a key framework for accessing international financing. Tailored for prospecting, exploration, and development companies looking to scale up their capital access. A joint initiative of the Government of San Juan and TMX Group, held as part of Argentina Copper 2025. An exclusive session with representatives from TMX Group—operator of the TSX and TSX Venture Exchange—focused on the process of listing mining project... Exclusive access for Argentina Copper participants. Please contact us for more information. 11:30 13:00 ### General Check-In & Business Welcome Reception #### + Opening Brunch 13:00 13:20 ### Special Pre-Session: Opening Conversation With Roberto Cacciola #### Defining where the mining industry stands—and what may lie ahead Before the official inauguration, this featured conversation sets the stage for a deep dive into Argentina’s mining landscape. Roberto Cacciola, President of CAEM, reflects on the sector’s recent progress, ongoing challenges, and the critical decisions shaping its immediate future. Are we ready for the next chapter in Argentina’s mining story? Before the official inauguration, this featured conversation sets the stage for a deep dive into Argentina’s mining landscape. Roberto Cacciola, Presi... #### Speakers 13:20 14:45 ### The Copper Moment: Argentina’s Strategic Copper Agenda #### Governing the Future: Copper Policy and Leadership in a Defining Era for the Industry Copper represents a historic opportunity for Argentina. This high-level panel officially opens the conference with a dialogue on the present and future of the copper sector. Governors of Argentina’s main mining provinces, together with national government officials and international figures, will share a unified vision of copper as a driver of federal, competitive, and sustainable growth. Topics will include investment challenges, the RIGI framework, infrastructure, public policy, and governance in a shifting global context. A joint discussion between the national and provincial governments and key players in the mining ecosystem—drawing the new productive map of Argentina, with copper leading the way. Copper represents a historic opportunity for Argentina. This high-level panel officially opens the conference with a dialogue on the present and futur... #### Speakers 14:45 15:45 ### Copper Leaders’ Networking Hour #### Coffee Break and Exchange With Mining Sector Leaders 15:45 16:00 ### Session by the Argentine Mining Exporters Group #### Presentation on the GEMA Initiative The Argentine Mining Exporters Group (GEMA) presents its roadmap to position the country as a key player in international markets. Led by Ambassador Alfredo Bascou, Undersecretary for Export Promotion at the Argentine Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the presentation outlines the progress and goals of the emerging GEMA initiative, highlighting the role of economic diplomacy in strengthening the export profile of the national mining sector. The Argentine Mining Exporters Group (GEMA) presents its roadmap to position the country as a key player in international markets. Led by Ambassador A... #### Speakers 16:00 17:20 ### Argentina in the Copper Century: The Private Sector as a Driving Force in a New Mining Era #### Mining as a Key Industry in Shaping the World to Come Copper is no longer just a resource — it has become a decisive factor in both local and global strategic agendas. As the world accelerates the energy transition and redefines value chains, Argentina has a unique opportunity to position itself as a relevant player. This panel brings together leaders from the private sector, finance, and the international mining industry to discuss the decisions that will shape the country’s role in this new era. Investment, regulatory frameworks, local development, competitiveness, and long-term vision: the core issues defining Argentina’s place in the Copper Century. Copper is no longer just a resource — it has become a decisive factor in both local and global strategic agendas. As the world accelerates the energy ... #### Speakers 17:20 17:45 ### Privatization and Unbundling of Belgrano Cargas #### Development of Railway Logistics for Mining This talk explores the privatization and unbundling of Argentina’s freight rail system, focusing on its impact on mining—especially copper transport. It examines current challenges such as low cargo density and underinvestment, and proposes a new operational structure to improve efficiency, reliability, and regional and international logistics connectivity. This talk explores the privatization and unbundling of Argentina’s freight rail system, focusing on its impact on mining—especially copper transport. ... #### Speakers 17:45 19:00 ### Critical Minerals and Diplomacy in a Fragmented World #### Alliances, Supply Security, and Financing on the Global Stage: Mining as a Force for Balance In a world marked by geopolitical fragmentation, critical minerals have become central in the race to control supply chains. This panel explores how mining is increasingly pivotal to new global alliances, energy security, and international balance—with a focus on Latin America's role amid major power blocs. The session will also address how access to financing—from multilateral institutions to sovereign funds and geostrategic capital—shapes project viability and creates new zones of influence on the international mining map. In a world marked by geopolitical fragmentation, critical minerals have become central in the race to control supply chains. This panel explores how m... #### Speakers 19:00 19:30 ### The Challenge of Communication in the Mining Industry #### Communicating with Clarity, Context, and Responsibility: Day 1 Takeaways In an environment where mining is under increasing scrutiny from society, the media, and governments, communicating in a clear, contextualized, and credible way is essential. This talk offers a strategic perspective on how to create narratives that reflect the real value of copper for national development—integrating environmental, social, and economic factors, with a focus on people. The session will explore approaches to make a highly technical and often misunderstood activity more accessible to new audiences, connect with diverse stakeholders, and strengthen dialogue with society through information and transparency, without underestimating the complexity of today’s context. In an environment where mining is under increasing scrutiny from society, the media, and governments, communicating in a clear, contextualized, and cr... #### Speakers 19:45 ### Sunset Reception Cocktail & Networking #### Welcome Reception to the Province and Institutional Gathering Transportation to the cocktail venue will be provided by the organization. If needed, please use the on-site shuttle service. Location: Salón Los Morrillos. Exclusive access for sponsors or by prior invitation* #### Day 2 Program Continue to the second day - [View](https://www.argentinacobre.com.ar/en/2025/schedule/day-two) - [View sponsors catalog](https://www.panorama-minero.com/event/argentina-copper/2025/sponsorships)