12 Moon 12 On the 12th, at the 12th National Mineral Deposit Conference, Chen Yuchuan, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, proposed... “522” Geology The mineral exploration model emphasizes fully leveraging the leading role of geological science and technology as well as geological survey institutions in mineral exploration, thereby promoting major breakthroughs in geological prospecting.

　　　12 Moon 12 On the 12th, at the 12th National Mineral Deposit Conference, Chen Yuchuan, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, proposed... “522” Geology The mineral exploration model emphasizes fully leveraging the pivotal role of geological science and technology as well as geological survey institutions as the main force in mineral exploration, thereby promoting major breakthroughs in geological prospecting. Academician Chen Yuchuan stated that the Ministry of Natural Resources has organized and implemented a strategic initiative aimed at achieving breakthroughs in mineral exploration. 3 Year Come on, it’s deployed! 107 A fully equipped exploration area with remarkable geological prospecting results. In the future... 6 Year after year, how can we maintain the steady development of geological exploration work on this basis?

　　At the meeting, Academician Chen Yuchuan proposed... “522” Mineral exploration model. He believes that breakthroughs in mineral exploration depend on... 9 One factor, 5 an objective factor, 4 A subjective factor. 5 The objective factors include: the degree of geological work and available geological data, geological ore-forming and mineral exploration theories, exploration and detection technologies and methods, comprehensive analysis and prediction based on multi-source information, as well as financial and workload inputs.

　　 “ The work of our predecessors serves as our foundation. We must make full use of their mineral exploration experience, as well as the geological exploration expertise and ore-forming theories they have accumulated—fully leveraging and thoroughly studying these resources. We should also master and apply existing mineral exploration techniques and methods to the fullest extent. Whether we can effectively integrate all available exploration data is crucial for identifying prospective exploration areas and reducing exploration risks. ” Academician Chen Yuchuan said, “5 The key to objective factors lies in whether or not they are used—and how to make the best use of them. Use them well. Once implemented, it can effectively play its role and promote breakthroughs in geological exploration. ”

　　Additionally 4 The first one is a subjective factor. “2” The first factor is the subjective influence of government departments, including government policies, management practices, and the social environment of the working community. The second... “2” These are subjective factors of the mineral exploration entity, including scientific planning and organizational management, the quality of staff and teams, and creative work.

　　Academician Chen Yuchuan suggested strengthening the government’s scientific management efforts, increasing investment in mineral exploration, enhancing the regulation of mining order, and accelerating the development of the mining rights market. Funds and workloads should be allocated reasonably according to national needs. Fully leveraging the role of the main force in mineral exploration, the state has a responsibility to provide ample policy support during the corporatization of geological survey units, thereby motivating and protecting their enthusiasm and creativity in geological prospecting. It is essential to safeguard the intellectual property rights of geological survey units and emphasize the integration of industry, academia, and research. Furthermore, research and teaching institutions should proactively collaborate closely with frontline exploration and mining units, relying on scientific and technological advancements to provide technological support—across different levels—for breakthroughs in geological prospecting.

　　 “ The future 6 As long as there are sound government policies guiding and managing the sector, a stable social environment, and scientific planning that fully leverages the role of geological exploration teams as the main force in mineral exploration, major breakthroughs in mineral discovery will certainly be achieved. ” Academician Chen Yuchuan said.

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　　Academician Chen Yuchuan’s Quotes

　　 “ Government policies and management are decisive factors in whether mineral exploration can develop healthily and rapidly; these policies encompass both broad and specific measures. At present, the overarching policy is one that emphasizes relying on domestic mineral resources and implementing a strategic initiative aimed at achieving breakthroughs in mineral exploration. Smaller-scale policies are equally critical—for instance, the central fund currently functions as an investment fund rather than a venture capital fund, which could affect the enthusiasm of geological exploration teams in pursuing new mineral discoveries. ”

　　 “ In the context of declining corporate investment in mineral exploration, the state should increase its own investment to maintain relative stability in funding levels and reconsider its policy of not investing in commercial mineral exploration. The government should not collect fees for resource reserves acquired through corporate funding; instead, it should implement policies as stipulated by the central authorities. ”

　　 “ From the perspectives of traditional strengths, exploration achievements, professional expertise, technical capabilities, equipment status, and qualification requirements, geological exploration units are undoubtedly the mainstay in geological prospecting. In the past, during the planned economy era, these units devoted themselves wholeheartedly to mineral exploration for the nation. Now, they belong to... ‘ Worker ’ Being an employee of the fund, being an employee of the company. ”

　　 “ Currently, the establishment and implementation of the mineral rights system should prevent geological exploration units from being excluded from the mineral rights framework. Geological exploration units should be entitled to a certain proportion of the profits derived from mineral rights in projects they undertake for exploration work. For geological exploration projects—including preliminary and general surveys—that they initiate themselves, these units should be allowed to apply for prospecting rights, rather than being required to do so exclusively through others. ‘ Tendering, auctioning, and listing ’ Lease-based transfer. ”

　　 “ In the process of geological prospecting, geological exploration units must go through stages of knowledge input, adjustment, and research. As the main actors in geological science and technology innovation, these units should safeguard their intellectual property rights. The state should enact legislation to clearly define the proportions of investment, funding, and output in geological prospecting—for example, regarding intellectual property rights, a clear division should be established. 20%~30% The non-voting shares. ”