[ET Net News Agency, 15 October 2021] Zijin Mining Group Co., Ltd. (02899) said the
mining and processing project of the Upper Zone of the Cukaru Peki Copper and Gold Mine
(also known as the Timok Copper and Gold Mine) of Serbia Zijin Mining Doo, a wholly-owned
subsidiary of the company, has obtained the permits for the use of all mine facilities
issued by the Ministry of Mining and Energy of Serbia on 12 October 2021 (Serbia time).
Having completed all the formalities required for the current stage of production, the
Cukaru Peki Copper and Gold Mine will commence formal production in compliance with the
laws and regulations. (RC)