In a significant step towards bolstering bilateral cooperation, Duan Xiangdong, Chairman of China Aluminum Group (CHALCO), hosted a high-level meeting with Jakob Stausholm, Chief Executive Officer of Rio Tinto Group, at the CHALCO headquarters. The meeting, which also saw participation from Deputy General Managers of CHALIECO, Dong Jianxiong and Tian Yongzhong, along with key officials from Rio Tinto including Alf Barrios, Chief Commercial Officer and Chairman of Rio Tinto China, and Isabelle Deschamps, Chief Legal and External Affairs Officer, focused on deepening pragmatic cooperation and fostering win-win development between the two industry giants.
The discussions highlighted the dynamic cooperation that has evolved between CHALCO and Rio Tinto, particularly in talent exchange, technological innovation, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. Both companies have historically engaged in productive collaborations, marking a new chapter in their partnership. As the single largest shareholder of Rio Tinto, CHALCO's collaboration with the mining conglomerate is pivotal for the global aluminum industry's orderly and healthy development.
Duan expressed confidence in the ongoing project cooperation between the two companies, emphasizing the importance of maintaining close communication to navigate challenges and optimize cooperation efficiency. He also advocated for expanding the cooperation areas to yield more fruitful outcomes based on the existing partnerships.
Echoing similar sentiments, Stausholm acknowledged CHALCO as one of Rio Tinto's most significant strategic partners, with successful exchanges and collaborations across various domains. He expressed Rio Tinto's commitment to strengthening strategic mutual trust and pragmatic cooperation with CHALCO, aiming for win-win development that benefits both shareholders and the broader industry
