Core Viewpoint - The event held in Changsha, Hunan, focused on the lithium resource supply-demand structure and the application of futures tools in risk management for the lithium battery industry, highlighting the importance of the new energy industry as a strategic emerging sector in Hunan [1][2]. Group 1: Industry Development - The new energy industry is one of the four emerging industries in Hunan, with a focus on cultivating high-quality development and creating a trillion-level industrial cluster [1]. - Carbonate lithium, referred to as "white oil," is a crucial raw material for new energy vehicles and energy storage, recognized as a national strategic key product [1]. Group 2: Futures Market Role - The futures market is increasingly significant in supporting local economic high-quality development, with ongoing efforts to enhance futures market development and training in Hunan [2]. - Leading enterprises in Hunan's lithium battery industry are deepening their application of carbonate lithium futures tools, indicating a growing market participation [2]. Group 3: Collaborative Initiatives - CITIC Futures, in collaboration with various platforms, has upgraded the "Weekly Lithium" column to provide more precise futures services for lithium battery enterprises, integrating resources for better market insights [3]. - The "Weekly Lithium" column has conducted over 40 online service activities and 9 large-scale offline events, establishing strong partnerships with industry experts and institutions [2].