Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - The company, Shandong Longquan Pipe Industry Co., Ltd., has provided a maximum joint liability guarantee of RMB 50 million for its wholly-owned subsidiary, Wuxi Xinfeng Pipe Industry Co., Ltd., to facilitate business operations through a credit application with Ningbo Bank [1][6]. Group 1: Guarantee Overview - The guarantee is established under a contract with Ningbo Bank, with a maximum liability of RMB 50 million, covering principal, interest, penalties, and all related costs [1][6]. - The guarantee period is from April 16, 2025, to April 16, 2030 [7]. Group 2: Approval Process - The company’s board and shareholders approved the guarantee during meetings held on March 27, 2025, and April 18, 2025, respectively [2]. - The approved guarantee limits for subsidiaries are RMB 175 million for those with an asset-liability ratio above 70% and RMB 250 million for those below [2]. Group 3: Subsidiary Information - Wuxi Xinfeng Pipe Industry Co., Ltd. is a wholly-owned subsidiary with a registered capital of RMB 15.1 million and an asset-liability ratio of 31.32% as of December 31, 2024 [4][5]. - As of March 31, 2025, the subsidiary reported total assets of RMB 48.55 million and a net asset of RMB 35.94 million [5]. Group 4: Contractual Details - The guarantee includes coverage for all costs related to the enforcement of the debt, including legal fees and penalties [8][11]. - The guarantee period extends for two years after the debt maturity date, with specific provisions for various types of financial instruments [11][12]. Group 5: Current Guarantee Status - As of the announcement date, the company has a total external guarantee balance of RMB 270 million, which is 16.21% of the latest audited net assets [16]. - There are no overdue guarantees or guarantees involved in litigation as of the announcement date [16].