China Nonferrous Mining Group strengthens cooperation and exchanges with the Zambian government

Golden Ten Data reported on June 24 that Wang Pingwei, Chairman and President of China Mineral Resources Group Co., Ltd., held discussions with Pamela Nakamba, Economic Advisor to the President of Zambia; Lawrence Mwanayanda, Special Assistant to the President on Projects; Patrick Kangwa, Secretary to the Cabinet; and others regarding the progress and future planning of China Mineral Resources’ investment in the Katumba Copper Mine project in Zambia. Wang Pingwei introduced the latest construction status of the Katumba Copper Mine project. With a total investment of $610 million, the project has already created approximately 3,900 local jobs, which is expected to increase to between 5,000 and 6,000 in the future. Currently, equipment procurement, civil construction, and pipeline installation are proceeding as planned, with the goal of completing preparations for commissioning or trial production of the processing plant by the third quarter of 2026. The project consistently adheres to an environmental-first principle, actively promoting a green “energy + resources” integrated development approach.