First, the starting principle should be African resources belonging to Africa. China stands ready to share its experience and help African countries formulate mining development plans consistent with their national conditions.

Second, the guiding philosophy should be a right approach to friendship and interests and ensuring mutual benefit. China will continue to encourage Chinese companies to enhance their operational capacity, transfer green technologies suited to Africa's conditions, and promote South-South cooperation in mining development.

Third, the direction of cooperation should be high-quality development. China will continue to move China-Africa mining cooperation toward industrial value addition, explore new financing models that are affordable and sustainable, and support Africa's modernization through high-standard cooperation.

Fourth, a fair and open cooperation environment is crucial. Africa's resources should not be used for geopolitical rivalry. China would be glad to see other parties providing genuine support for Africa's development, and stands ready to work with Africa to create more enabling conditions for business investment and operation.