President’s Message From Lorali Simon "As we start this new era of partnership between the federal government and Alaska mining, it is important that we be proactive and not wait. In the first days of the first Trump Administration a wise Alaskan said 'You've got four years … don't waste it!' ” What a whirlwind of a spring it has been! With a new administration in Washington and a new dedication to resource development, especially in Alaska, there may have never been a better time to be a miner. Elsewhere in this magazine you will see more, as you are seeing every day in the traditional media, about the new dedication to develop Alaska’s resources that's coming from the Trump Administration. In my last column, I celebrated the great potential President Trump and his team have launched for Alaska, and Alaska mining in particular. It is remarkable to reverse the huge ship of the federal government from very anti- to very pro-mining in days, but that is what we have seen. As we start this new era of partnership between the federal government and Alaska mining, it is important that we be proactive and not wait. In the first days of the first Trump Administration a wise Alaskan said “You've got four years … don't waste it!” The point then and the point now remains. Nothing set by elected leadership is permanent. For those of us having business plans and development that has required decades, the days of favorable winds need to be not just celebrated but put to good use! As we learned in the last eight years, favorable policies from our nation's capital can make or break much of the rest of what we endeavor to do, to develop Alaska’s natural resources. So now is the time to move forward in teamwork with our state government and leadership, to move on projects that have been waiting far too long. This challenge is not specific to Alaska or the United States; it is influenced by international forces. We need a long-term global perspective for both our solutions and partnerships. The record-setting monetary value of our resources, especially critical minerals, provides huge economic incentive as well. It is a very good time to be in mining! Alaska’s mining industry faces a critical call to action. Whether through testifying, donating, or investing in long-delayed projects, it is time to act. It is time to put all our cards on the table, and get to work. Let me recap some key points that I mentioned previously, President Trump has consistently advocated for increased resource development as a means of boosting economic growth and energy independence. In Alaska, this approach is particularly relevant given the state's rich mineral resources. n One of the most notable aspects of Trump's approach to governance is his commitment to reducing regulatory burdens on The time is right for working together The Alaska Miner Spring 2025 4
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