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In response to the report released by China Labor Watch, we unequivocally reject the accusations against Zijin. These allegations are founded on preconceived assumptions, ignoring positive evidence, and leading to misleading conclusions.

Importantly, Serbia ZiJin Copper doo Bor (SZC) fully adheres to the SA8000 standard, the world's leading social certification program. This compliance encompasses requirements of the International Labor Organization (ILO) and its conventions, including those concerning forced or compulsory labor, working hours, freedom of movement, earnings, accommodation, healthcare, nutrition, legal rights, and more. Its compliance has been validated through third-party certification, demonstrating that its work system aligns with ILO standards. All relevant documentation is up-to-date, and SZC ensures the dissemination of SA8000 system documentation to all employees. Printed versions of applicable procedures and instructions are distributed across all locations and factories, ensuring its employees are well-aware of their rights and obligations.

Moreover, adherence to the SA8000 standard is a mandate not only for SZC but also for its contractors and suppliers, ensuring consistent implementation of these standards in ongoing operations.

SZC fosters transparent communication, including anonymous channels for reviewing documentation and submitting complaints or objections to management. Its website offers an email address for anonymous correspondence, and employees are made aware they can contact the certification body directly. Secure mailboxes, unmonitored by cameras, are also available for personal deliveries.

Additionally, we suggest you to consider evidence contradicting China Labor Watch's claims, which they have selectively overlooked. For instance, the report "JINSHAN: Kineski radnici bili uznemireni zbog korone a neki od njih širili lažne informacije"(https://istmedia.rs/jinshan-kineski-radnici-bili-uznemireni-zbog-korone-a-neki-od-njih-sirili-lazne-informacije/) provides a fact different with China Labor Watch.

We would also like to highlight the positive contributions SZC has made under our “Mining for a Better Society” philosophy. ...