China Discovers Over 20 Million Tonnes of Copper on Tibetan Plateau

Experts in China have discovered more than 20 million tonnes of copper on the Tibetan Plateau, marking a significant addition to a broader estimated resource pool that could reach up to 150 million tonnes. The Qinghai-Xizang region, once considered remote, has rapidly emerged as a key hub for copper development, with four major resource bases established in recent years. This major discovery positions the region at the forefront of global copper exploration and carries substantial economic and geopolitical implications.