Because of this event, we meet for the 26th time.

Old friends and old places encourage cordial dialogues and foster robust consensus and trust. Here, we have observed the growth and expansion of the mining industry, as well as the challenges and setbacks it has faced. We have gained insight into the mining industry's strong pulse of deep adjustment and have seen the potential for its continued advancement.

The joint venture agreement between China Minmetals Corp and Qinghai province to tap major salt lake resources marks a critical step in advancing China's lithium resource development, particularly in response to global battery industry demand, said industry experts.

China's efforts to bolster energy security took a significant leap forward as its two largest oilfields achieved historic production milestones, underscoring the nation's commitment to enhancing domestic energy supplies amid global uncertainties.

Nearly 800 Chinese and African business leaders will convene in Beijing on Friday to explore innovative pathways for enhancing China-Africa industrial cooperation, China's top foreign trade and investment promotion agency said on Tuesday.