[Unofficial translation provided by the Resource Centre]

"Fatal Accident at Dexing Copper Mine's Dashan Concentrator Jiangxi Copper Says It's Not Yet Clear Whether It Will Be Suspended for Rectification" 31 March 2022

According to the Jiangxi Bureau of the State Mine Safety Supervision Bureau, a fatal machinery accident occurred at Jiangxi Copper's Dexing mine on March 28, 2023, at approximately 9:23 AM, resulting in one death. The accident took place at the mine's Dashan ore processing plant. The Dexing city government is currently investigating the incident.

Dexing Copper Mine, owned by Jiangxi Copper Co., Ltd., is one of the five operational mines in Jiangxi Province and is the largest open-pit copper mine in China, known for its advanced technology and modern facilities.

As of now, Jiangxi Copper has not released any official announcement regarding the accident on relevant platforms. The company stated that it is uncertain whether the plant will be shut down for rectification due to the fatal accident, and they are awaiting the decision of the relevant authorities. Jiangxi Copper mentioned that if the incident meets disclosure requirements, they will disclose the information in accordance with the regulations of the stock exchange.