"Sector Dialogues" webinar #2—recording with David BO on China’s strategic minerals sector
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May 2026 | We were pleased to host the second “Sector Dialogue”, featuring Mr. David BO, Independent Director of Zijin Mining, Asia Potash, and Lingbao Gold, on China’s strategic minerals sector today – building towards an integrated exploration, production, supply, storage and sales system.
Mr. David BO brings over 30 years of experience in the mining and oil & gas industries. He started his career at PetroChina before joining the Ivanhoe Group in 1996, where he held several senior business development positions. Over the past two years, he has served on the boards of various international companies and advised on mergers & acquisitions, financing, corporate strategy, and joint ventures.
David is the author of the book The Ins and Outs of Global Mining, a case-based publication covering the development and operation of international mining companies, including M&A, financing, valuation, risk management, corporate governance, as well as environmental protection, mining safety, and stakeholder relations.
The webinar examined the following:
·the current minerals market and key trends
policy and market governance factors shaping the minerals sector
Geopolitical dynamics, including China’s minerals strategy and recent export control measures
business opportunities for foreign business and collaboration models
The session provided participants with valuable perspectives on the evolving strategic minerals landscape and broader developments shaping China’s economic and industrial outlook.
We will continue this webinar thread with more insights into China’s key sectors. Stay tuned for our next “Sector Dialogues” webinar and join us as we explore opportunities, challenges, and trends shaping the Chinese economy.
Mr. David BO: 薄少川; https://www.zijinmining.com/about/gsgc-detail-80497.htm
Watch the webinar recording here: