Shang Hai Zheng Quan Bao·2026-01-15 18:42Core Viewpoint - Zijin Mining Group Co., Ltd. has signed a cooperation and equity transfer agreement with Jinduicheng Molybdenum Co., Ltd. for the integrated development and deep processing of the Shapinggou Molybdenum Mine in Anhui Province, marking a significant step in enhancing resource utilization and economic benefits [1][9]. Group 1: Cooperation Plan - The cooperation includes two main components: smelting cooperation and equity transaction [2]. - A smelting company will be established in the county where Jinsan Molybdenum Co., Ltd. operates, with a capital structure aligned with the development scale of the Shapinggou Molybdenum Mine [2]. - Jinduicheng Molybdenum Co., Ltd. will hold 51% and Jinsan Molybdenum Co., Ltd. will hold 49% of the smelting company's shares, with Jinduicheng Molybdenum leading the construction and operation [2]. Group 2: Equity Transaction - Zijin Mining will transfer 24% of Jinsan Molybdenum Co., Ltd. to Jinduicheng Molybdenum for a consideration of RMB 173.087 million [3]. - Post-transfer, Zijin Mining will hold 60%, Jinduicheng Molybdenum will hold 34%, and the remaining 6% will be held by Jinzhai County Urban Development Investment Co., Ltd. [3]. Group 3: Preconditions for Cooperation - Jinduicheng Molybdenum is required to initiate the establishment and funding of the smelting company promptly after signing the agreement, with a deadline for completion by December 2026 [4]. - If Jinduicheng Molybdenum fails to meet investment and operational commitments, Zijin Mining has the right to reclaim the transferred equity [4]. Group 4: Payment Terms - The payment for the equity transfer will be made in two installments: 50% within 20 working days of the agreement's effectiveness and the remaining 50% within 10 working days after the completion of the business registration changes for Jinsan Molybdenum [5]. Group 5: Corporate Governance of Jinsan Molybdenum - Jinsan Molybdenum will revise its articles of association to establish a modern corporate governance structure, including a shareholders' meeting, board of directors, and supervisory board [6][7][8]. Group 6: Purpose and Impact of the Transaction - The Shapinggou Molybdenum Mine is a rare, large undeveloped porphyry-type molybdenum mine with significant resource reserves and high-grade ore [9]. - This cooperation aims to create a complementary advantage between Zijin Mining's mining development and Jinduicheng Molybdenum's smelting processing, promoting efficient development and extending the industrial chain [9].