Meeting with Jinchuan Group

Exploring New Opportunities in Commodities, Deepening Industrial Cooperation

At noon on 20 August 2025, the Hong Kong Energy, Mining and Commodities Association (HKEMCA) successfully held an exchange forum with Jinchuan Group at the Association’s headquarters in Kowloon Bay. The purpose of this meeting was to foster deeper cooperation between the two parties in the fields of mining, energy, and commodities, and to jointly explore industry development trends and market opportunities.

Meeting Overview

A total of 14 representatives attended. The Jinchuan Group delegation consisted of six senior executives, while the Association was represented by Chairman Mr. Huang Jianhua, along with several core members and industry experts.

Agenda Highlights

The meeting began with a welcome address by Chairman Huang Jianhua, who warmly welcomed the Jinchuan delegation and expressed optimism about potential future collaboration. This was followed by remarks from the Chairman of Jinchuan Group, who expressed gratitude for the Association’s thoughtful arrangements and stressed the importance attached to this exchange.

Subsequently, Ms. Monica Leung, Chair of the Association’s Investment and Planning Committee, provided a brief report on the Association’s recent key initiatives, highlighting progress in cooperation with the London Metal Exchange (LME) on the approval process for Hong Kong as a delivery point. Thereafter, Mr. Gilbert Ling, CEO of Sinotrans Hong Kong, offered insights from a logistics perspective, outlining Sinotrans’ plans and strategies for the future development of LME warehouses—providing valuable industry perspectives to the participants.

The discussion session, moderated by Mr. Zhu Yi, the Association’s Honorary Editor-in-Chief, featured contributions from Mr. Shen Haihua, Managing Director of a leading commodity fund, and Mr. Li Jinwen, Chair of the Youth Committee. They engaged in an in-depth dialogue on topics such as the macro environment of commodity markets, fundamentals of non-ferrous metals, overseas trading trends, and capital flows. The atmosphere was lively, with frequent Q&A exchanges, leaving participants with valuable takeaways.

Special Acknowledgements

The success of this exchange meeting would not have been possible without the meticulous planning and support of many colleagues. Special thanks are due to Mr. Li Pingan, Chair of the Minerals and Non-Ferrous Resources Committee, for coordinating the event and facilitating this productive dialogue. His efforts in resource alignment and coordination set an exemplary model for the Association’s external cooperation.

We also extend heartfelt gratitude to Jinchuan Group for the precious gift presented to the Association—a traditional paper-cutting artwork handcrafted by their staff. This exquisite gift not only reflects the Group’s profound cultural heritage but also symbolizes the enduring bond of cooperation between both parties. The Association will cherish this token of friendship and goodwill.

Looking Ahead

This meeting not only deepened mutual understanding between HKEMCA and Jinchuan Group but also laid a solid foundation for advancing specific collaborative projects in the future. Moving forward, the Association will continue to leverage its platform role to promote industry resource integration and international cooperation, helping Hong Kong grow into an even more influential hub for global commodities.