ESNAD recently organized a specialized workshop titled “Illegal Mining: Challenges and Solutions”, with the participation of a team from the MIM. The workshop reviewed the chronological timeline of directives issued to address mining crimes, shed light on the key challenges currently facing the sector, and discussed proposed solutions to overcome these challenges. Additionally, several documented cases were presented to enhance collaborative efforts among the concerned entities. This initiative aligns with ESNAD’s and MIM ongoing efforts to protect the nation’s valuable resources and ensure the sustainability of mining activities in support of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.