Core Insights - The Ministry of Natural Resources of China released the "China Mineral Resources Report (2025)" at the 2025 China International Mining Conference, highlighting significant investments and discoveries in mineral resources [1][2]. Investment and Discoveries - In 2024, geological exploration investment in China reached 115.994 billion yuan, marking four consecutive years of positive growth, with a cumulative investment of nearly 450 billion yuan since the 14th Five-Year Plan [1]. - A total of 150 new mineral sites were discovered in 2024, including 49 large, 54 medium, and 47 small sites, with notable discoveries in ordinary fluorite (9 sites), lithium (8 sites), gold (8 sites), and iron ore (8 sites) [1]. Policy and Regulatory Developments - The report emphasizes new changes in mineral resource policies and regulations since 2024, including the implementation of the new "Mineral Resources Law of the People's Republic of China" and reforms in mineral resource management [1][2]. - The Ministry of Natural Resources has enhanced policy supply and strengthened planning and control over mineral resources, focusing on geological exploration, resource management, and optimizing foreign investment [1]. Mining Breakthroughs - The new round of mineral exploration strategy has made significant progress, with major breakthroughs in oil and gas resources in regions like the Tarim Basin and Sichuan Basin, as well as notable discoveries in copper, iron, and phosphorus [2]. - Fixed asset investment in the mining industry has continued to grow for four consecutive years, with a 10.5% increase in 2024 compared to the previous year, contributing to the stability of global supply chains [2]. Green Development Initiatives - In 2024, China implemented comprehensive green exploration and promoted the upgrade of technical equipment, alongside the establishment of standards for 125 mineral types to enhance resource utilization [3]. - Efforts are underway to restore ecological conditions in mining areas, with a focus on historical abandoned sites and the establishment of a legal framework for ecological restoration [3]. Technological Innovation and International Cooperation - The report outlines the release of 10 national standards and 85 industry standards in the mineral resources sector, alongside the initiation of major scientific projects [3]. - China continues to engage in international cooperation in the mineral resources field, enhancing relationships with energy resource countries and international organizations through platforms like the China International Mining Conference [3].

Core Insights - The Ministry of Natural Resources released the "China Mineral Resources Report (2025)" at the 2025 China International Mining Conference, highlighting significant investments and discoveries in mineral resources [2][3] Investment and Discoveries - In 2024, geological exploration investment in China reached 115.994 billion yuan, marking four consecutive years of growth, with a cumulative investment of nearly 450 billion yuan since the 14th Five-Year Plan [2] - A total of 150 new mineral sites were discovered in 2024, including 49 large, 54 medium, and 47 small sites, with notable discoveries in ordinary fluorite, lithium, gold, and iron [2] Policy and Regulatory Changes - The report emphasizes new developments in mineral resource policies and regulations, including the implementation of the new Mineral Resources Law, which introduces innovative institutional provisions [2][3] - The Ministry of Natural Resources has strengthened policy supply and improved the management system for mineral resources, focusing on geological exploration, resource management, and foreign investment optimization [2][3] Mining Breakthroughs - Significant breakthroughs in mineral resource exploration have been achieved, particularly in oil and gas basins such as Tarim, Junggar, and Sichuan, as well as in non-oil and gas minerals like copper, iron, and phosphate [3] - Fixed asset investment in the mining industry has continued to grow for four consecutive years, with a 10.5% increase in 2024, contributing to the stability of global supply chains [3] Green Development Initiatives - In 2024, China implemented comprehensive green exploration and promoted the upgrade of technology and equipment, alongside the establishment of green mining standards [4] - The country has also focused on ecological restoration of abandoned mining sites and improving the ecological conditions of mining areas [4] Technological Innovation - In 2024, China released 10 national standards and 85 industry standards in the mineral resources sector, with major technological projects initiated to support exploration efforts [4] - Various technological innovation platforms are dedicated to fundamental research and key technology development in the mineral resources field [4] International Cooperation - China continues to engage in international cooperation in the mineral resources sector, enhancing relationships with energy resource countries and international organizations through platforms like the China International Mining Conference [4] - The country has relaxed foreign investment market access, increasing the level of openness in the mining sector [4]