China Gold International Resources Corp. Ltd. reported that production has been suspended at its Jiama Copper-Gold Polymetallic Mine "Jiama Mine"due to a tailings overflow. On March 27, 2023, a tailings overflow occurred due to minor tailing dam damages from the Guolanggou tailings pond at the Company's Jiama Mine.

The Company immediately launched an emergency plan to assess and contain the overflow. Production operations were suspended and non-essential personnel were evacuated from the affected area. The Company was able to quickly contain and repair the damage while ensuring the safety of people and the environment.

With the repair of Guolanggou tailings dam, the overflow has been contained. In addition, the Slope monitoring radar has been installed to monitor the starter dyke and subsequent dykes of the tailing pond on a 24-hour basis. The tailings overflow did not cause any contamination to the surrounding environment, and there was no impact on the safety of employees and local community.

Under the supervision and guidance of the emergency management and mine safety supervision departments, the Company is currently conducting a comprehensive risk assessment of the tailings pond, developing and implementing a restoration plan to ensure the safety of the tailings pond.