Zheng Quan Zhi Xing·2025-05-28 14:14Core Viewpoint - China Aluminum Corporation plans to reappoint Ernst & Young Huaming and Ernst & Young as its accounting firms for the fiscal year 2025, emphasizing their qualifications and integrity in providing auditing services [1][6]. Group 1: Accounting Firm Information - Ernst & Young Huaming was established in September 1992 and transitioned to a special general partnership in August 2012, headquartered in Beijing with 251 partners as of the end of 2024 [1]. - The firm has over 1,700 certified public accountants, with more than 1,500 having experience in securities-related services, and over 500 having signed audit reports for securities services [1][2]. - In 2023, Ernst & Young Huaming reported total audited business revenue of RMB 5.955 billion, with audit service revenue of RMB 5.585 billion, including RMB 2.438 billion from securities business [2]. Group 2: Audit Client Information - Ernst & Young Huaming audited 137 A-share listed companies in 2023, generating total fees of RMB 905 million, with clients spanning various industries including manufacturing, finance, wholesale and retail, mining, and information technology [2]. - The firm has a strong investor protection capability, having set aside a professional risk fund and purchased professional liability insurance with a cumulative compensation limit exceeding RMB 200 million [2]. Group 3: Audit Project Details - The project partner and first signing CPA, An Xiuyan, has been with Ernst & Young Huaming since 2002 and has extensive experience in auditing listed companies across various sectors [3][4]. - The second signing CPA, Sun Fang, has been with the firm since 2003 and has also worked on audits for multiple listed companies in diverse industries [3][4]. - The quality control reviewer, Zhong Li, has been with the firm since 2000 and has significant experience in auditing listed companies [4]. Group 4: Audit Fees and Approval Process - The audit fee for 2025 is set at RMB 18.8 million (including tax), with RMB 1.8 million allocated for internal control audits, remaining consistent with the previous year [5]. - The proposal for reappointing the accounting firms was reviewed and approved by the company's audit committee, which recognized their qualifications and integrity [6]. - The final approval of the reappointment is pending a vote at the company's shareholders' meeting [6].