7th Symposium on the Gems and Minerals of Afghanistan - Goals

The 7th Symposium on the Gems and Minerals of Afghanistan will review the historic and updated knowledge of the gem and mineral deposits, current mining techniques, and equipment. The symposium goal is to develop a practical guide for future research, mining and marketing of the gems and minerals of Afghanistan. This will provide employment, foreign currency and tax revenue to the people and government of Afghanistan.

During the symposium, members will plan a Summer 1998 expedition to the gem mines in Afghanistan.