卖给谁都不准卖给中国！蒙古国将最大铜矿卖给澳洲，还提出无理要求

Core Viewpoint - Mongolia has officially handed over the Oyu Tolgoi copper mine to Australian company Rio Tinto, with a contract stipulating that the copper cannot be sold directly or indirectly to China, despite China's proximity and being the largest copper consumer globally [1][3]. Group 1: Copper Mine Details - The Oyu Tolgoi mine has copper reserves of 31.1 million tons, along with 1,328 tons of gold and 7,600 tons of silver [4]. - The mine is located only 80 kilometers from the Chinese border, yet Mongolia plans to transport the copper 1,000 kilometers north to Russia before shipping it to Australia [3]. Group 2: Mongolia's Economic Strategy - Mongolia aims to reduce its reliance on China by pursuing a "third neighbor" strategy, which involves selling copper to other markets instead of its largest customer [3][5]. - Approximately one-third of Mongolia's GDP relies on exports, with a significant portion of these exports going to China, including coal, copper, and livestock [5]. Group 3: China's Response and Market Dynamics - In the first five months of this year, China's copper concentrate imports increased by 9% year-on-year, primarily sourced from Chile, Peru, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, with Mongolian copper accounting for only 3% of total imports [6]. - Chinese companies are increasingly investing in copper mines in South America and Africa, reducing dependence on Mongolian copper [6]. Group 4: Future Implications - There is skepticism about Mongolia's ability to maintain its stance, as the economic reality may force it to reconsider selling to China, potentially leading to indirect sales through other countries [6][7]. - The lack of infrastructure and investment in Mongolia raises questions about its capability to independently manage and profit from the mine without Chinese involvement [8].