Sinoma-int(SH:600970) Zheng Quan Zhi Xing·2025-05-29 11:14Core Viewpoint - The company is providing a guarantee for its associated company, China National Materials Cement Co., Ltd., to support its investment in Kazakhstan, which involves establishing a cement production line and acquiring a 70% stake in a local subsidiary [2][3][6]. Summary by Sections Guarantee Overview - The company plans to provide a guarantee for a bank loan of up to USD 35.33 million for QazCement Industries LLP, a subsidiary of Primus Industries, to facilitate the construction of a cement production line in Kazakhstan [2][3][4]. - The total investment for the project is approximately USD 18.02 million, with debt financing of USD 12.62 million [2][3]. Internal Decision-Making Process - The guarantee has been approved by the company's board of directors and requires further approval from the shareholders' meeting, where related parties will abstain from voting [3][7]. Financial Details of the Guaranteed Entity - QazCement Industries LLP was established in January 2023, with a registered capital of approximately 3.27 billion Kazakhstani Tenge [4]. - As of March 31, 2025, QazCement's total assets were approximately RMB 220.53 million, with total liabilities of RMB 132.97 million, resulting in a net asset of RMB 87.56 million [4]. Guarantee Terms and Conditions - The guarantee will cover the principal amount and all related costs, including interest and penalties, with a maximum term of 10 years [3][4]. - The company will receive a corresponding counter-guarantee from QazCement [4]. Necessity and Reasonableness of the Guarantee - The project aligns with the company's strategy to expand internationally and is deemed manageable in terms of risk, as QazCement will provide a counter-guarantee [6][7]. Approval Process and Voting Results - The board meeting on May 29, 2025, approved the guarantee proposal with a unanimous vote, excluding related directors from the decision [7]. - The total approved external guarantees after this transaction will amount to approximately RMB 48.19 billion, representing 22.82% of the company's latest audited net assets [7][8].