# China Gold International Resources Management Approves Jiama Development Plan -"Super Pit" Development Plan Targets Processing Capacity of Approximately 160,000 tpd Canonical Atlas analysis: https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b Original source: https://money.tmx.com/en/quote/CGG/news/5579240797166402/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su Publisher: tmx Original announcement: 2026-08-13T23:00:00.000Z Analysis by Minestarters Atlas Atlas analysis published: Unknown date Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date - Company: China Gold International Resources Corp. Ltd. - Ticker: CGG - Exchange: TSX - Region: Tibet Autonomous Region, China - Primary commodity: Copper - Secondary commodities: Molybdenum, Silver, Gold, Lead, Zinc - Document categories: Resource update, Production - Extracted: 2026-08-20 17:37:30 UTC Narrative sentiment: 0.90 · Bullish ## Minestarters Atlas summary China Gold International Resources has approved a development plan for its Jiama Copper-Polymetallic Mine in Tibet, China, aiming to increase processing capacity from 50,000 tpd to approximately 160,000 tpd through a 'super pit' strategy. This expansion is underpinned by updated NI 43-101 compliant Mineral Resource and Reserve estimates as of June 30, 2026, which detail significant tonnages and contained metal across multiple commodities. The plan's progression is contingent on the ongoing Preliminary Feasibility Study and regulatory approvals, with a final investment decision yet to be made. Reasoning: China Gold International Resources has approved a significant development plan for its Jiama mine, targeting a substantial increase in processing capacity to 160,000 tpd, supported by large-scale, updated NI 43-101 compliant Mineral Resource and Reserve estimates. While the plan is subject to further studies and approvals, it represents a major step towards expanding the project. - Positive factor: Approval of a major development plan to increase processing capacity from 50,000 tpd to 160,000 tpd. - Positive factor: Transition to a 'super pit' mining strategy expected to enhance efficiency and achieve economies of scale. - Positive factor: Updated Mineral Resource and Reserve estimates are substantial and NI 43-101 compliant, providing a strong basis for expansion. - Positive factor: Qualified Persons have signed off on both resource and reserve estimates. - Negative factor: The development plan is subject to the results of an ongoing Preliminary Feasibility Study \(PFS\) and all required regulatory approvals. - Negative factor: Approval of the development plan does not constitute a final investment or construction decision. Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source. Facts used in scoring: 26 ## Classification and evidence **NI 43-101 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: Mineral Resources and Reserves have been estimated in accordance with NI 43-101 standards. Evidence · text > Mineral Reserves and Mineral Resources have been estimated as of 30 June 2026 in accordance with NI 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects \(NI 43-101\) **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: Qualified Persons Tony \(Yingting\) Guo, Chaoxian \(Ian\) Zhou, and Dr. Siwei He are named as estimators and QPs for the resource and reserve estimates. Evidence · text > Tony \(Yingting\) Guo, PhD, PGeo and Chaoxian \(Ian\) Zhou, MSc estimated the Mineral Resources. ... The mineral reserve estimate was prepared by Dr. Siwei He, an external consultant at CGDI . He is a qualified QP under the Canadian NI43-101 standard. **Resource Update** Polarity: neutral Definition: Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress. Why it applies: The document presents 'Updated Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve Estimates' for the Jiama project. Evidence · text > Updated Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve Estimates **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component. Why it applies: The updated resource and reserve estimates provide the basis for advancing the ongoing Preliminary Feasibility Study \(PFS\). Evidence · text > The development plan has been formulated following the substantial increase in Jiama's Mineral Resource base ... It provides the basis for Huatailong to advance the ongoing PFS **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: The cut-off grade of 0.3% Cu is explicitly stated for the Mineral Resource Estimates. Evidence · text > Table 1 – Results of Mineral Resource Estimates for Jiama Project at cutoff grade 0.3% Cu ## Extracted facts Stored fact records: 26. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record. ## Resource Estimates (26) ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-0) Jiama Project · copper #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: copper - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 623100000 - Grade: 0.71 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 4.38 - Contained Unit: Mt - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A substantial Measured resource of copper at a good grade provides a strong foundation for the project's expansion plans. - Positive factor: Large tonnage in the Measured category, indicating high geological confidence. - Positive factor: Good copper grade for a polymetallic deposit. - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant and QP signed off. Evidence · table > 0.71 Context: 623.1 ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-1) Jiama Project · molybdenum #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: molybdenum - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 623100000 - Grade: 0.03 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 0.21 - Contained Unit: Mt - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A substantial Measured resource of molybdenum contributes positively as a byproduct to the overall project economics. - Positive factor: Significant contained molybdenum as a byproduct. - Positive factor: High confidence Measured category. Evidence · table > 0.03 Context: 623.1 ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-2) Jiama Project · silver #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: silver - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 623100000 - Grade: 13.16 - Grade Unit: g/t - Contained Metal: 263.59 - Contained Unit: Moz - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A significant Measured resource of silver adds substantial byproduct value to the polymetallic project. - Positive factor: Very large contained silver ounces as a byproduct. - Positive factor: High confidence Measured category. Evidence · table > 13.16 Context: 623.1 ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-3) Jiama Project · gold #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: gold - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 623100000 - Grade: 0.29 - Grade Unit: g/t - Contained Metal: 5.77 - Contained Unit: Moz - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A large Measured resource of gold provides additional economic value as a byproduct. - Positive factor: Substantial contained gold ounces as a byproduct. - Positive factor: High confidence Measured category. Evidence · table > 0.29 Context: 623.1 ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-4) Jiama Project · lead #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: lead - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 623100000 - Grade: 0.08 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 478.8 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A notable Measured resource of lead contributes to the polymetallic nature and overall value of the project. - Positive factor: Significant contained lead as a byproduct. - Positive factor: High confidence Measured category. Evidence · table > 0.08 Context: 623.1 ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-5) Jiama Project · zinc #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: zinc - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 623100000 - Grade: 0.04 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 268.39 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A notable Measured resource of zinc further enhances the polymetallic value of the project. - Positive factor: Significant contained zinc as a byproduct. - Positive factor: High confidence Measured category. Evidence · table > 0.04 Context: 623.1 ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-6) Jiama Project · copper #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: copper - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 711900000 - Grade: 0.68 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 4.77 - Contained Unit: Mt - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A substantial Indicated resource of copper at a good grade significantly contributes to the project's overall scale and future development potential. - Positive factor: Very large tonnage in the Indicated category, providing strong geological confidence. - Positive factor: Good copper grade for a polymetallic deposit. - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant and QP signed off. Evidence · table > 0.68 Context: 711.9 ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-7) Jiama Project · molybdenum #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: molybdenum - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 711900000 - Grade: 0.03 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 0.23 - Contained Unit: Mt - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A substantial Indicated resource of molybdenum adds byproduct value to the project. - Positive factor: Significant contained molybdenum as a byproduct. - Positive factor: High confidence Indicated category. Evidence · table > 0.03 Context: 711.9 ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-8) Jiama Project · silver #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: silver - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 711900000 - Grade: 12.1 - Grade Unit: g/t - Contained Metal: 277.03 - Contained Unit: Moz - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A significant Indicated resource of silver adds substantial byproduct value to the polymetallic project. - Positive factor: Very large contained silver ounces as a byproduct. - Positive factor: High confidence Indicated category. Evidence · table > 12.1 Context: 711.9 ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-9) Jiama Project · gold #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: gold - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 711900000 - Grade: 0.29 - Grade Unit: g/t - Contained Metal: 6.67 - Contained Unit: Moz - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A large Indicated resource of gold provides additional economic value as a byproduct. - Positive factor: Substantial contained gold ounces as a byproduct. - Positive factor: High confidence Indicated category. Evidence · table > 0.29 Context: 711.9 ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-10) Jiama Project · lead #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: lead - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 711900000 - Grade: 0.06 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 426.45 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A notable Indicated resource of lead contributes to the polymetallic nature and overall value of the project. - Positive factor: Significant contained lead as a byproduct. - Positive factor: High confidence Indicated category. Evidence · table > 0.06 Context: 711.9 ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-11) Jiama Project · zinc #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: zinc - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 711900000 - Grade: 0.03 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 230.17 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A notable Indicated resource of zinc further enhances the polymetallic value of the project. - Positive factor: Significant contained zinc as a byproduct. - Positive factor: High confidence Indicated category. Evidence · table > 0.03 Context: 711.9 ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-12) Jiama Project · copper #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: copper - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 454700000 - Grade: 0.65 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 2.99 - Contained Unit: Mt - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A substantial Inferred resource of copper at a good grade highlights significant upside potential for future resource conversion and expansion. - Positive factor: Very large tonnage in the Inferred category, indicating significant exploration potential. - Positive factor: Good copper grade for a polymetallic deposit. - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant and QP signed off. - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence and cannot be used for economic studies without further drilling. Evidence · table > 0.65 Context: 454.7 ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-13) Jiama Project · molybdenum #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: molybdenum - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 454700000 - Grade: 0.03 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 0.13 - Contained Unit: Mt - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A notable Inferred resource of molybdenum suggests additional byproduct potential that could be upgraded with further work. - Positive factor: Significant contained molybdenum as a byproduct. - Positive factor: Indicates further potential for byproduct recovery. - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence. Evidence · table > 0.03 Context: 454.7 ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-14) Jiama Project · silver #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: silver - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 454700000 - Grade: 12.53 - Grade Unit: g/t - Contained Metal: 183.22 - Contained Unit: Moz - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A significant Inferred resource of silver suggests substantial future byproduct value that could be upgraded with further work. - Positive factor: Very large contained silver ounces as a byproduct. - Positive factor: Indicates further potential for byproduct recovery. - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence. Evidence · table > 12.53 Context: 454.7 ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-15) Jiama Project · gold #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: gold - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 454700000 - Grade: 0.28 - Grade Unit: g/t - Contained Metal: 4.04 - Contained Unit: Moz - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A large Inferred resource of gold suggests additional economic value as a byproduct that could be upgraded with further work. - Positive factor: Substantial contained gold ounces as a byproduct. - Positive factor: Indicates further potential for byproduct recovery. - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence. Evidence · table > 0.28 Context: 454.7 ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-16) Jiama Project · lead #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: lead - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 454700000 - Grade: 0.12 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 525.79 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A notable Inferred resource of lead suggests additional polymetallic value that could be upgraded with further work. - Positive factor: Significant contained lead as a byproduct. - Positive factor: Indicates further potential for byproduct recovery. - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence. Evidence · table > 0.12 Context: 454.7 ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-17) Jiama Project · zinc #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: zinc - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 454700000 - Grade: 0.05 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 205.66 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 0.3 #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A notable Inferred resource of zinc suggests additional polymetallic value that could be upgraded with further work. - Positive factor: Significant contained zinc as a byproduct. - Positive factor: Indicates further potential for byproduct recovery. - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence. Evidence · table > 0.05 Context: 454.7 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-18) Jiama Project · copper #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: copper - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: proven - Tonnes: 233200000 - Grade: 1.03 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 2.4 - Contained Unit: Mt #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A substantial Proven Reserve of copper at a high grade provides a very strong economic foundation for the project. - Positive factor: Large tonnage in the Proven Reserve category, indicating high economic confidence. - Positive factor: Excellent copper grade for a polymetallic deposit. - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant and QP signed off. Evidence · table > 1.03 Context: 233.2 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-19) Jiama Project · molybdenum #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: molybdenum - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: proven - Tonnes: 233200000 - Grade: 0.04 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 93.28 - Contained Unit: Kt #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A substantial Proven Reserve of molybdenum contributes positively as a byproduct to the overall project economics. - Positive factor: Significant contained molybdenum as a byproduct in the Proven Reserve. - Positive factor: High confidence category. Evidence · table > 0.04 Context: 233.2 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-20) Jiama Project · silver #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: silver - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: proven - Tonnes: 233200000 - Grade: 22.11 - Grade Unit: g/t - Contained Metal: 165.79 - Contained Unit: Moz #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A significant Proven Reserve of silver adds substantial byproduct value to the polymetallic project. - Positive factor: Very large contained silver ounces as a byproduct in the Proven Reserve. - Positive factor: High confidence category. Evidence · table > 22.11 Context: 233.2 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-21) Jiama Project · gold #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: gold - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: proven - Tonnes: 233200000 - Grade: 0.51 - Grade Unit: g/t - Contained Metal: 3.82 - Contained Unit: Moz #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A large Proven Reserve of gold provides additional economic value as a byproduct. - Positive factor: Substantial contained gold ounces as a byproduct in the Proven Reserve. - Positive factor: High confidence category. Evidence · table > 0.51 Context: 233.2 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-22) Jiama Project · copper #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: copper - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: probable - Tonnes: 305300000 - Grade: 0.91 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 2.78 - Contained Unit: Mt #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A substantial Probable Reserve of copper at a high grade significantly contributes to the project's overall economic viability and future production. - Positive factor: Large tonnage in the Probable Reserve category, indicating strong economic confidence. - Positive factor: Excellent copper grade for a polymetallic deposit. - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant and QP signed off. Evidence · table > 0.91 Context: 305.3 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-23) Jiama Project · molybdenum #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: molybdenum - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: probable - Tonnes: 305300000 - Grade: 0.04 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 122.12 - Contained Unit: Kt #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A substantial Probable Reserve of molybdenum adds byproduct value to the project's economic profile. - Positive factor: Significant contained molybdenum as a byproduct in the Probable Reserve. - Positive factor: High confidence category. Evidence · table > 0.04 Context: 305.3 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-24) Jiama Project · silver #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: silver - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: probable - Tonnes: 305300000 - Grade: 18.7 - Grade Unit: g/t - Contained Metal: 183.57 - Contained Unit: Moz #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A significant Probable Reserve of silver adds substantial byproduct value to the polymetallic project's economics. - Positive factor: Very large contained silver ounces as a byproduct in the Probable Reserve. - Positive factor: High confidence category. Evidence · table > 18.70 Context: 305.3 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-gold-international-resources-management-approves-jiama-development-plan-su--fb72a75a-bca3-41f6-982d-a85b26df9a5b#fact-resource-facts-25) Jiama Project · gold #### Identity - Project: Jiama Project - Commodity: gold - Ticker: CGG #### Resource Data - Category: probable - Tonnes: 305300000 - Grade: 0.45 - Grade Unit: g/t - Contained Metal: 4.42 - Contained Unit: Moz #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: A large Probable Reserve of gold provides additional economic value as a byproduct for the project. - Positive factor: Substantial contained gold ounces as a byproduct in the Probable Reserve. - Positive factor: High confidence category. Evidence · table > 0.45 Context: 305.3 ## How Atlas produces this analysis Minestarters Atlas uses automated extraction to summarize mining announcements, identify reported measurements, and classify supporting evidence. Sentiment reflects the extracted narrative and classification rules; it is an interpretation, not a reported measurement. Evidence quotes and context are provided where available. Missing data, low-confidence results, and review flags indicate limitations. Check the original publisher announcement before relying on an interpretation.