Zijin Mining

Zijin Mining, a Chinese-owned company, has filed formal protests against Ghana's royalty hike, as it could threaten the viability of its Akyem gold mine.

Zijin Mining, a Chinese-owned mine, filed a formal protest against Ghana's new royalty policy, warning it could threaten the viability of its Ghanaian operations.

Zijin Mining, a Chinese company, is preparing shipments from the Manono lithium resource and has a head-start in building infrastructure. Its ability to absorb uncertainty allows it to advance projects faster than Western firms.

Zijin is advancing infrastructure on the northern block of the Manono lithium deposit, even as KoBold Metals awaits resolution of ownership issues on the southern block. This demonstrates China's speed-to-market advantage.