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Q&A Regarding China's " The Mineral Resources Law of the People's Republic of China"(1)
Q&A Regarding China's " The Mineral Resources Law of the People's Republic of China"(1)
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When will the "Mineral Resources Law of the People's Republic of China" come into effect? |
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The Mineral Resources Law of the People's Republic of China shall come into effect as of July 1, 2025. |
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What is the purpose of formulating the "Mineral Resources Law of the People's Republic of China"? |
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In order to promote the rational development and utilization of mineral resources, strengthen the protection of mineral resources and the ecological environment, safeguard the rights and interests of the state owners of mineral resources and the legitimate rights and interests of mining right holders, promote high-quality development of the mining industry, ensure the security of national mineral resources, and meet the needs of building a modern socialist country in all respects, the Mineral Resources Law of the People's Republic of China is formulated in accordance with the Constitution. |
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Which activities are subject to the Mineral Resources Law of the People's Republic of China? |
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The exploration and exploitation of mineral resources and the ecological restoration of mining areas within the territory of the People's Republic of China and other sea areas under its jurisdiction shall be governed by the Mineral Resources Law of the People's Republic of China. |
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What does the term "mineral resources" as used in the "Mineral Resources Law of the People's Republic of China" refer to? |
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It refers to natural resources formed by geological processes, which have utilization value and are in solid, liquid, gaseous and other forms. The catalogue of mineral resources shall be determined and adjusted by The State Council. |
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What principles should be followed in the development, utilization and protection of mineral resources? |
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The development, utilization and protection of mineral resources should adhere to the leadership of the Communist Party of China, implement the overall national security outlook, balance development and security, and coordinate domestic and international efforts. We should attach equal importance to development and utilization as well as protection, and follow the principles of ensuring security, conserving and intensively using resources, providing technological support and promoting green development. |

