Mining Operations

Jawed Ludin is a distinguished executive leader, diplomat, and former senior government official with more than 30 years of experience across the energy, natural resources, real estate, public policy, international development, and diplomatic sectors, spanning the Middle East, Central Asia, Europe, and North America.

As Chief Executive Officer of Dubai-based Azizi Energy, he leads the company’s strategic growth and operations, overseeing the development and execution of a multi-billion-dollar investment program in power generation and natural resources over the next decade.

Throughout his career, he has built a strong track record of leading organizations through growth, transformation, and complex operating environments, combining commercial acumen with deep expertise in international relations, governance, and stakeholder engagement. Prior to his current role, he held senior leadership positions including Deputy CEO for Operations at Azizi Developments, Executive Director for Afghanistan and Central Asia at ANHAM, and CEO of Mithra Associates, where he advised organizations on strategy, governance, and business development. Earlier, he served in several senior government roles in Afghanistan, including Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Chief of Staff to the President, Presidential Spokesperson, Ambassador to Canada, and Ambassador to the Nordic countries, representing Afghanistan at major regional and global forums and helping strengthen international partnerships and policy initiatives.

He is also the founder and Honorary Chairman of the Heart of Asia Society, a foreign policy think tank promoting regional dialogue and Track II diplomacy. Mr. Ludin has studied Politics and Sociology at Birkbeck College, University of London, holding an MSc degree in Political Theory, and speaks English, French and Hindi, as well as his native Pashto and Persian languages.

Murat Bağ is a senior energy executive with nearly 30 years of international experience in power generation, industrial facilities, and large-scale infrastructure projects across Türkiye, the Middle East, and Central Asia. He has successfully led the development and delivery of major energy investments, combining technical expertise with strong commercial and strategic leadership.

Throughout his career, Murat has managed complex projects from concept and feasibility through engineering, construction, commissioning, and commercial operation. His experience spans thermal power generation, combined-cycle plants, biomass facilities, and waste heat recovery projects. He has held senior leadership positions at leading energy and industrial organizations, overseeing multi-billion-dollar investments, contract negotiations, project execution, and operational improvement initiatives.

Known for his results-oriented approach, Murat has consistently delivered projects safely, on schedule, and within budget while optimizing commercial outcomes and managing project risks. He has extensive experience leading multidisciplinary teams, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving organizational growth through effective investment and project management strategies.

Murat holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Middle East Technical University (METU), Ankara. Fluent in Turkish, English, and French, he is recognized for his ability to bridge engineering excellence with executive decision-making. His leadership is defined by a commitment to operational excellence, sustainable development, and the successful execution of complex energy and industrial projects that create long-term value.