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Shandong Aims to Become Global Copper-Smelting Hub

12/13/2025

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The Shandong provincial government outlined a plan to position Shandong as a leading global copper-smelting hub.
The plan aims to strengthen copper supply chains amid rising prices and geopolitical tensions.
Over the next two years, Shandong will grow its copper industry and target over 200 billion yuan by 2027.
The government will support key enterprises, including Yanggu Xiangguang Copper and CNMC Albetter Copper, to lead nationally and expand exports.

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The Shandong provincial government outlined a plan to position Shandong as a leading global copper-smelting hub.
The plan aims to strengthen copper supply chains amid rising prices and geopolitical tensions.
Over the next two years, Shandong will grow its copper industry and target over 200 billion yuan by 2027.
The government will support key enterprises, including Yanggu Xiangguang Copper and CNMC Albetter Copper, to lead nationally and expand exports.