Zijin Mining Serbia: Government's Spatial Plan Decision Does Not Mean Start of Exploitation

Zijin Mining Serbia clarified that the Serbian government's decision to initiate the preparation of a spatial plan for the "Čukaru Peki" and "Malka Golaja" mining-metallurgical complex does not signify the commencement of exploitation activities. The company emphasized that this step is procedural and involves comprehensive data gathering and analysis.

The spatial plan will encompass the collection and analysis of relevant data, an assessment of the current situation on the ground, and the consideration of future development possibilities in strict adherence to Serbia's existing laws and procedures. Zijin stated its intention to conduct this process responsibly, transparently, and in collaboration with relevant institutions, local communities, experts, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders.

Particular attention will be paid to environmental protection, the preservation of natural and cultural heritage, and the consideration of all aspects impacting local communities and the quality of life for residents. The company assured that during the legally mandated phases of early public insight and public insight, all planned documentation will be accessible to the public. Citizens, institutions, and organizations will have the opportunity to submit comments, proposals, and suggestions.

The Serbian government's decision, published in the Official Gazette, designates the spatial plan's development for the mining-metallurgical zone in eastern Serbia. The plan will cover territories in Bor and Zaječar municipalities. The government decision specifies that Zijin Mining Serbia in Bor will finance the preparation of this spatial plan. The areas within Bor include entire cadastral municipalities like Slatina, Metovnica, Donja Bela Reka, and Oštrelj, along with parts of Brestovac and Šarbanovac. In Zaječar, the plan includes the cadastral municipality of Nikoličevo and a portion of Zvezdan.