Colombia’s government, through its “Grow” mission, aims to achieve 6% economic growth, but is hampered by limited knowledge of the nation’s subsurface resources—currently estimated at around 30% mapped. Governor Restrepo will present projects focused on “critical minerals” originating from the department of Tolima at the Milagro Week event. This initiative seeks to attract investment and accelerate the exploration and development of these vital resources. The focus on critical minerals underscores Colombia’s ambition to participate in global supply chains for technologies like renewable energy. The projects from Tolima represent a key component of the national strategy to unlock the economic potential hidden beneath the country’s surface. This undertaking hopes to leverage these resources, boost economic expansion, and secure Colombia’s role in the emerging global minerals market. Details were originally reported by La Silla Vacía.