Core Viewpoint - Ningde Times is making progress in the resumption of operations at the Jiangxi Yichun Jianxiawo lithium mine, with the first environmental impact assessment information publicized for the mining project [1][3] Group 1: Mining Project Updates - The Jiangxi Yichun招标网 has published the first environmental impact assessment information for the lithium mining project by Yichun Times New Energy Mining Co., Ltd [1] - The mining license for the Jianxiawo mine expired on August 9 and has been suspended, with an application for the extension of the mining rights submitted to the Jiangxi Yichun Natural Resources Bureau [1] - The mining rights for the Jianxiawo mine, which includes ceramic soil (containing lithium), were granted on August 9, 2022, and will expire on August 9, 2025 [1] Group 2: Regulatory and Tax Implications - Under the old regulations, lithium mica was not listed separately, affecting resource tax calculations, with a tax rate of 3.25% to 6.5% for ceramic soil mining, compared to 15% for standalone lithium mining [2] - The new mineral resources law effective from July 1, 2025, lists lithium as an independent mineral and raises the standards for recognizing associated minerals, which may impact the mining strategy for the Jianxiawo mine due to its average lithium oxide grade of only 0.27% [2] Group 3: Future Steps for Resumption - After the environmental impact assessment process, Ningde Times will need to obtain various permits and complete a series of tasks, including acquiring a safety production license, before normal mining operations can resume [3]