The Chinese embassy in the Republic of Congo reminds Chinese citizens in Congo not to participate in illegal manual mining activities.

Recently, the Congolese government has intensified its efforts to regulate the mining industry, issuing a series of new regulations to promote the standardization and regularization of the mining industry, and to punish violations of related laws. Some Chinese citizens have been punished for violating relevant laws and regulations. The Chinese Embassy in Congo once again solemnly reminds Chinese citizens in Congo to strictly abide by local laws. If engaged in mining activities, they must register with the relevant authorities in Congo, apply for permits through legal means, obtain exploration and mining permits according to law before mining, comply with tax, employment, and environmental requirements, and legally carry out relevant activities. Chinese citizens are not allowed to directly participate in artisanal mining, and are strictly prohibited from stealing or purchasing, processing, and selling illegal minerals with unknown sources. It is also prohibited to mine or sell minerals from established mining areas. It is essential to ensure that the source of minerals in the mining and processing stages is transparent and legal to avoid disputes. Chinese citizens, companies, and organizations in Congo are advised to closely monitor the local security situation, eliminate complacency, strengthen security measures and emergency preparedness, and ensure personal and property safety. In case of emergency, please report to the police in a timely manner and contact the Chinese Embassy in Congo.