- Report year:2026
- Report author: The lead author of this publication is William Davis. The author would like to recognize the contributions of various reviewers of the draft report, including Sophie Frossard, Vera Jemiller, and Isabelle Ramdoo.
- Organisation: IGF Intergovermental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development
The Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development (IGF) Guidance for Governments on Local Content Policies (LCPs) offers a framework for resource-rich countries to utilize mining investment for sustainable development. Based on a survey of member countries, the guidance indicates that LCPs are implemented by 90% of mineral-rich countries but necessity tailored design for effectiveness.