BEIJING, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A report from China Daily

Nearly 450 billion yuan ($63 billion) has been invested in mineral exploration and 150 new mineral deposits have been discovered nationwide during the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25) period, the Ministry of Natural Resources announced on Thursday.

According to the China Mineral Resources (2025) report unveiled by the ministry at the 27th China Mining Conference and Exhibition, which opened in Tianjin on Wednesday, China’s investment in geological exploration amounted to nearly 116 billion yuan last year, marking four consecutive years of growth.

Last year, China’s production of 10 types of nonferrous metals continued to increase, while the output of “energy minerals” such as coal, crude oil and natural gas reached a record high.

“Over the course of the 14th Five-Year Plan period, more than 160,000 hectares of abandoned mines were rehabilitated, and China’s geological and mining relations were further expanded,” Xu Dachun, vice-minister of natural resources, said.

Xu, who is also director of China Geological Survey, an institution under the Ministry of Natural Resources, said that cooperation agreements were signed with over 70 countries and international organizations, while 30 bilateral and multilateral cooperation platforms were established with countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative and more than 100 cooperative projects were organized to implement international large-scale scientific plans.

These efforts “provided high-quality public goods for global sustainable development of resources and the environment”, he added.

According to the report, China made new achievements last year in promoting green development in mining and actively implementing the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

China has fully implemented green exploration, promoted the upgrading and application of technology, and reached a globally advanced level in the comprehensive utilization of mineral resources, it said.

At the conference, representatives of nearly 500 domestic and international enterprises from 42 nations discussed cooperation projects and cutting-edge mining tech, sharing new opportunities for international collaboration.

Phumzile Mgcina, South Africa’s deputy minister of mineral and petroleum resources, welcomed the growing presence of Chinese-owned mining companies in her country, noting that such investments have contributed to economic growth, job creation, knowledge exchange and continued partnership.

Isabella Chirchir, mining commissioner at Namibia’s Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy, expressed the hope for increased exchanges with China, especially to learn and adopt Chinese technical expertise in mining and related fields.

China has progressed a lot in terms of technology, and has even found green energy solutions for mines, she said, adding that Namibia will look forward to opportunities to learn from China and implement such technologies.

Wang Xu, Tianjin’s executive vice-mayor and member of the Standing Committee of the Communist Party of China Tianjin Municipal Committee, said the city thrives because of the sea, with Tianjin Port connecting to over 500 ports in more than 180 countries and regions.

The port ranks among top 10 globally in terms of cargo export volume, Wang said.

“Tianjin is willing to work together with all parties, taking this cross-industry conference as an opportunity to further enhance cooperation and achieve mutual success,” he added.

Chen Yijun contributed to this story.

BEIJING, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — China Huadian Corporation (CHD) recently brought the spirit of the Mid-Autumn Festival to life across Southeast Asia with a series of heartwarming celebrations. From Indonesia to Cambodia and Vietnam, the company’s overseas teams embraced the theme “Light and Moon Together,” turning a traditional Chinese occasion into a cross-cultural experience filled with connection and joy.

In Indonesia, CHD’s Bukit Asam Power Company hosted a lively cultural night that brought together Chinese and Indonesian employees, teachers, and students. The event was packed with performances, interactive games, and meaningful cultural exchanges. A highlight of the evening was a vibrant dance inspired by “Palace of the Moon,” beautifully merging Chinese artistry with local expression.

At the Celukan Bawang Power Plant in Bali, Indonesia, employees immersed themselves in the festive atmosphere through traditional crafts—from delicate paper cuttings to homemade mooncakes. Though Chinese employees were far from home, these activities fostered a sense of closeness among colleagues, filling the workspace with laughter and warmth.

In Cambodia, teams at the Lower Stung Russei Chrum and Sihanoukville Power Plants organized lantern-making workshops and poetry readings. As the handcrafted lanterns glowed against the night sky, they became symbols of unity, gratitude, and shared hope for the future.

Over in Vietnam, CHD’s Duyen Hai II Power Plant welcomed children, teachers, and parents from Ngoc Linh Kindergarten to join in the festivities. Together, they made mooncakes, shared stories, and explored about Mid-Autumn traditions — building bonds that transcend culture and language.

Throughout Southeast Asia, CHD’s Mid-Autumn gatherings showed that even across distances, friendship and warmth can travel far—uniting everyone under the same glowing moon.

BEIJING, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — China Huadian Corporation (“CHD”) recently brought the spirit of the Mid-Autumn Festival to life across Southeast Asia with a series of heartwarming celebrations. From Indonesia to Cambodia and Vietnam, the company’s overseas teams embraced the theme “Light and Moon Together,” turning a traditional Chinese occasion into a cross-cultural experience filled with connection and joy.

In Indonesia, CHD’s Bukit Asam Power Company hosted a lively cultural night that brought together Chinese and Indonesian employees, teachers, and students. The event was packed with performances, interactive games, and meaningful cultural exchanges. A highlight of the evening was a vibrant dance inspired by “Palace of the Moon,” beautifully merging Chinese artistry with local expression.

At the Celukan Bawang Power Plant in Bali, Indonesia, employees immersed themselves in the festive atmosphere through traditional crafts — from delicate paper cuttings to homemade mooncakes. Though Chinese employees were far from home, these activities fostered a sense of closeness among colleagues, filling the workspace with laughter and warmth.

In Cambodia, teams at the Lower Stung Russei Chrum and Sihanoukville Power Plants organized lantern-making workshops and poetry readings. As the handcrafted lanterns glowed against the night sky, they became symbols of unity, gratitude, and shared hope for the future.

Over in Vietnam, CHD’s Duyen Hai II Power Plant welcomed children, teachers, and parents from Ngoc Linh Kindergarten to join in the festivities. Together, they made mooncakes, shared stories, and explored about Mid-Autumn traditions — building bonds that transcend culture and language.

Throughout Southeast Asia, CHD’s Mid-Autumn gatherings showed that even across distances, friendship and warmth can travel far — uniting everyone under the same glowing moon.

BEIJING, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CHD recently brought the spirit of the Mid-Autumn Festival to life across Southeast Asia with a series of heartwarming celebrations. From Indonesia to Cambodia and Vietnam, the company’s overseas teams embraced the theme “Light and Moon Together,” turning a traditional Chinese occasion into a cross-cultural experience filled with connection and joy.

In Indonesia, CHD’s Bukit Asam Power Company hosted a lively cultural night that brought together Chinese and Indonesian employees, teachers, and students. The event was packed with performances, interactive games, and meaningful cultural exchanges. A highlight of the evening was a vibrant dance inspired by “Palace of the Moon,” beautifully merging Chinese artistry with local expression.

At the Celukan Bawang Power Plant in Bali, Indonesia, employees immersed themselves in the festive atmosphere through traditional crafts—from delicate paper cuttings to homemade mooncakes. Though Chinese employees were far from home, these activities fostered a sense of closeness among colleagues, filling the workspace with laughter and warmth.

In Cambodia, teams at the Lower Stung Russei Chrum and Sihanoukville Power Plants organized lantern-making workshops and poetry readings. As the handcrafted lanterns glowed against the night sky, they became symbols of unity, gratitude, and shared hope for the future.

Over in Vietnam, CHD’s Duyen Hai II Power Plant welcomed children, teachers, and parents from Ngoc Linh Kindergarten to join in the festivities. Together, they made mooncakes, shared stories, and explored about Mid-Autumn traditions — building bonds that transcend culture and language.

Throughout Southeast Asia, CHD’s Mid-Autumn gatherings showed that even across distances, friendship and warmth can travel far—uniting everyone under the same glowing moon.

HANOI, Vietnam, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Global technology research and advisory firm Omdia has recognized Viettel as one of the world’s leading 4G/5G core network providers in its annual report “Market Landscape: Core Vendors – 2025,” alongside the world’s top core network companies. Viettel is the only new entrant this year, reflecting its rapid progress and strategic investment in core network technologies.

According to Omdia, the evaluation is based on two dimensions: Business Performance and Portfolio Breadth & Competitiveness. Viettel is placed in the “Upcoming Vendors” group  companies demonstrating strong technological capabilities and expanding their global influence. Through its “autonomous – open – intelligent” approach, Viettel has developed a complete 5G Core ecosystem supporting both public mobile networks and enterprise Private 5G deployments.

Omdia noted that mastering the 5G core network is a strategic milestone, enabling advanced network functions, new business models, and strengthening digital sovereignty.

Nguyen Minh Quang, CEO of Viettel High Tech, said: “Being recognized by Omdia is a positive signal, showing that Viettel’s first steps in mastering 5G core technology are on the right track. Mastering the core network opens opportunities to deploy new services faster from telecommunications to industry, healthcare, education, and many other fields. We consider this both a motivation and an effort to continue contributing to the development of the country while gradually bringing Make in Vietnam solutions to the world.”

Viettel began researching 5G core technologies in 2019. By 2023, the system was operational for trials, and following the commercial launch of 5G, it has supported millions of 5G NSA and 5G SA subscribers. Viettel High Tech now owns four core technologies, has published eight international papers, and filed one U.S. patent and eleven in Vietnam. The company continues to expand R&D into 6G core, AI, and autonomous networks, reinforcing Vietnam’s position as an emerging telecom technology hub in Asia.