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Preamble:
Gold, for thousands of years, countless legendary stories have played out on it.
Today, when the eyes of the world are focused on this ancient industry, a competition for "golden power" is quietly unfolding.
China and the United States, one is proud of its output and the other is in a precarious position, and the difference behind it is intriguing......
East-West Gold Legend: The Battle for Resources in the Gold Rush
In 1848, a construction worker in California, USA, accidentally discovered gold, and as soon as the news spread, countless people immediately flocked to it, setting off a crazy gold rush.
It is said that in just a few years, more than 300,000 gold diggers poured into California! This "immigration movement" not only changed the population distribution of the western United States, but also greatly contributed to economic prosperity.
The gold rush is not only in the United States? As early as 3000 BC, the ancient Egyptians had begun to make gold ornaments from the sand gold in the Nile.
During the Roman period, gold's status was significantly elevated, and it became the key to the accumulation of wealth in the empire. Legend has it that the Roman Emperor Caesar was able to harvest nearly 10 tons of gold from the gold mines of Spain every year, which is worth a staggering 1 billion today.
The mining and utilization of gold in ancient China has a deep historical background. As early as Sima Qian's "Historical Records", there are already records about the distribution of gold veins in the Qin State.
For thousands of years, this vast land of China has given birth to countless fascinating legends, all of which are closely related to gold and weave a fascinating historical chapter.
In the 21st century, with the rapid development of science and technology, the ability of human beings to mine gold has increased unprecedentedly. Satellite remote sensing, geographic information systems and other high-tech means are subverting the traditional way of prospecting.
A new "gold rush" is quietly emerging around the world, and China and the United States have successively invested in this battle for resources.
From San Francisco, California, to Wangwu Mountain, Henan, China, gold diggers are writing the gold legend of the new era with wisdom and sweat.
The numbers are revealed: 170 tons VS 370 tons, the truth behind the gap
170 tonnes, that's a year's gold production in the United States. 370 tonnes, which is China's gold output during the same period. The cold numbers hide the code for the development of the two golden powers.
Do you think that the United States, a "poor mine" country, relies only on luck? Too naïve!
China, a large resource provider, can sit back and relax? Think beautifully!
Resource endowment, which is the first factor restricting gold production. Although the United States is a vast country, there are not many high-quality gold mines. In contrast, China's gold resources are as rich as a country.
According to the data, China's gold identified resource reserves reached 14,000 tons, ranking second in the world. With so many "bonanzas", it's no wonder that the output is not high!
Mining technology, which is a key factor in determining gold production. In this regard, the United States can be said to be in the lead. From mechanized equipment in the 19th century to satellite remote sensing in the 21st century, Americans have never skimped on gold mining.
On the other hand, although China has spared no effort in technology introduction in recent years, there is still a big gap between the overall level and the United States.
environmental policy, which is the "invisible hand" that restricts gold production. With the deepening of the construction of ecological civilization, China's supervision of mining development has become increasingly strict. Frequent mining accidents and worsening environmental pollution have become a "tight spell" for the development of the gold industry.
In contrast, the United States seems to be more inclined to the latter in the game between environmental protection and development. This may also be one reason for the production gap between China and the United States.
170 tons VS 370 tons, behind the figures, is the competition between the two gold countries in resources, technology, policy and other aspects. Who will emerge victorious in this battle?
Who can break through under strict supervision? Opportunities and challenges coexist, and the future is confusing. The only thing that is certain is that this ancient industry is undergoing an unprecedented transformation.
Complex Game: An Invisible "Undercurrent" Beyond Output
When it comes to gold trading, it's a real battle of offense and defense! As the world's largest consumer of gold, China has been "buying, buying, buying" in the international gold market.
This has put a lot of pressure on the United States. You know, the United States is the "speaker" controller of gold pricing. China's large-scale purchases will undoubtedly pose a challenge to the hegemony of the dollar. The battle between the two countries over the gold trade has gone far beyond the economic level.
The diplomatic game is a war without gunpowder. In 2016, China successfully joined the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) Special Drawing Rights (SDR) basket of currencies, greatly enhancing the international status of the renminbi.
This move is seen by the outside world as an important step for China to challenge the hegemony of the US dollar in the global monetary system. Gold, as an important strategic resource, has undoubtedly become one of the bargaining chips in the game between the two countries.
The ecological problem is a headache "dead knot". With the awakening of environmental awareness, the contradiction between mine development and ecological protection has become increasingly prominent.
China needs to ensure the healthy development of the gold industry on the one hand, and the fragile ecological balance on the other. This undoubtedly poses a difficult problem for policymakers.
In the United States, on the other hand, lax environmental policies have facilitated gold mining, but at the cost of a worsening ecological crisis. How to find a balance between economic interests and ecological protection will test the wisdom of both countries.
170 tons VS 370 tons, this is not only a contest of output, but also a complex game between China and the United States in multiple dimensions such as economy, diplomacy, and ecology.
When interests are intertwined and contradictions are clashing, who can have the last laugh in this great power game? Perhaps, the answer is not as simple as it seems. Whatever the outcome, one thing is certain: this age-old industry is on the cusp of a new revolution.
The way to break the game: the way forward for China's gold industry
China's gold industry is standing at an unprecedented crossroads. To the left, it is the quagmire of "quantity"; To the right, there is a highland of "quality".
Remembering the old, only staring at the production figures; The innovative ones have already set their sights on the future. Concept, Technology, Ecology...... With all these factors intertwined, where is the way to break the situation in China's gold industry?
Concept is the soul of this industry. For a long time, China's gold industry has been too obsessed with the pursuit of "quantity", and the concept of output first has been deeply rooted. As everyone knows, the simple pursuit of quantitative growth will only make this industry narrower and narrower.
In contrast, the leap of "quality" is the trend of the times. Reducing consumption, increasing efficiency, improving quality and increasing income, only by innovating the concept can China's gold industry achieve the transformation from "big" to "strong".
Technology is the wings of this industry. In this era of innovation, whoever masters advanced technology will master the future. If China wants to realize the "golden dream", scientific and technological innovation is indispensable.
The application of big data, artificial intelligence, and 5G new technologies is profoundly changing the traditional mining model.
The emergence of a series of "black technologies" such as 3D modeling, unmanned driving, and intelligent control has given new life to mining operations that have been practiced for thousands of years. Only through continuous innovation can China's gold industry embark on a path of high-quality development.
Ecology is the bottom line of this industry. Mine development and environmental protection have always been a pair of insoluble contradictions. As a responsible resource power, China must find a balance between the two.
"Lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets", which has become the consensus of the industry. Ecological restoration, pollution control, energy conservation and emission reduction are "golden seeds" that are taking root in abandoned mines. Only by adhering to the concept of green development can China's gold industry achieve sustainable prosperity.
Breaking the game is never achieved overnight. It needs the innovation of ideas, the guidance of science and technology, and the care of ecology. This is a tough battle, but also a self-revolution.
Standing at a new starting point, China's gold industry is redefining its future. This road is destined to be full of thorns, and this road will also lead to the light. The figure of 370 tons is not the end, but a new beginning.
Epilogue:
The "golden age" is never far away, it is only coming in a new way. Opportunities and challenges coexist, and only those who dare to change and open up can reap the miracle of "turning stones into gold".
The future of China's gold industry requires us to create and protect it with wisdom and sweat