Abstract According to information from Ruoqiang County in Xinjiang, in 2013, the county initiated exploration of a large iron ore deposit in the Erdao Bend and Shahewan areas located north of the Lop Nur mining region. The preliminary proven reserves were estimated at 20 million tons. This marks another significant development following the discovery of a large nickel deposit of 1.3 million tons in the same area in September 2012.
It was also reported that the newly discovered iron ore deposit is over 70 kilometers away from the power grid of the Lop Nur Industrial Park, but it has favorable conditions for development. Currently, construction of access roads within the mining area is underway. The main road will be approximately 73 kilometers long and 12 meters wide, with most sections already passable. It is expected to be completed and operational by May.
Liu Wenchun, deputy director of the Lop Nur Management Committee, stated that once essential infrastructure such as water supply, electricity, and roads is fully established, initial development of the iron ore deposit can begin. He emphasized that the mine inspection team will intensify monitoring of the area to maintain order in mineral resource development, strictly prevent illegal activities like unauthorized mining and piracy, and ensure the balanced implementation of ecological protection and sustainable mining practices.
Lop Nur is situated in the northeastern part of the Tarim Basin, within Ruoqiang County. At an elevation of 780 meters, it is the lowest point in the basin. The name "Lop Nur" comes from the Mongolian term meaning "a lake with multiple waters." Due to its low-lying terrain, Lop Nur historically served as a central water collection point in the Tarim Basin, covering an area of more than 100,000 square kilometers. The region is rich in mineral resources and is often referred to as the "treasure bowl" of Xinjiang. To date, 51 types of minerals have been identified, including potassium salt, gold, asbestos, jade, and granite.Rotary forging die
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