Core Viewpoint - The "Implementation Plan for High-Quality Development of the Gold Industry (2025-2027)" aims to enhance resource security and innovation in China's gold industry, targeting significant improvements by 2027 and establishing a leading global position by 2035 [1][2]. Resource Security Enhancement - China's gold production reached 377 tons in 2024, maintaining its position as the world's largest producer for 18 consecutive years, while consumption was 985 tons, also the highest globally for 12 years [2]. - The plan emphasizes increasing domestic gold reserves and production through exploration and development, particularly in western regions, and encourages the comprehensive utilization of mineral resources [2][3]. Key Technology Development - The plan identifies the need for breakthroughs in critical technologies and equipment for deep mining and high-purity materials, which are currently insufficient for high-end applications [3]. - It promotes collaboration between industry, academia, and research to accelerate advancements in key technologies and improve the supply of high-end materials [3]. Green, Intelligent, and Safe Development - The plan addresses the fragmentation of gold enterprises and promotes resource integration and scale in processing, encouraging the establishment of new processing facilities with specified capacities [4][5]. - It advocates for the construction of green mines and factories, the adoption of digital technologies, and the enhancement of safety measures in production processes [5].