Mine production in China for year 2011, based on crude ore is estimated 1200 million metric tons.
"U.S. Geological Survey" retrieved 2012-08-20
Copper has been in use at least 10,000 years, but more than 96% of all copper ever mined and smelted has been extracted since 1900, and more than half was extracted in only the last 24 years.
Wikipedia
Historical sources dating to the 4th century describe the production of coke in ancient China.
The Coming of the Ages of Steel - Brill Archive
There are zinc mines throughout the world, with the main mining areas being China, Australia and Peru. China produced 29% of the global zinc output in 2010.
"Mineral Commodity Summaries 2009: Zinc" - Tolcin, A. C. (2011)
Spectro Invest Corporation is investment company and strategic advisor for clients in the mining sector. We identify and structure opportunities for off-take agreements, equity and debt investment. We also specialize in arranging streaming agreements as an alternative method of financing where we often act as principals. Streaming can be an attractive financing tool when companies prefer to greatly reduce or eliminate dilution.
The Company aims to become a leading global participant in the acquisition, trading, and supply of strategic metal concentrates, including zinc, lead, copper, gold, silver, and REE.
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REE, copper, zinc, lead, gold, and silver remain essential for infrastructure, energy systems, electric vehicles, battery storage, defense, and next-generation technologies. As governments prioritize resource security and supply chain resilience, demand for these commodities continues to strengthen.
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