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AUKING MINING LIMITED Governance Information 2017

Mar 28, 2017

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Chinalco Yunnan Copper Resources Limited Level 11, 320 Adelaide St Brisbane Queensland 4000, Australia GPO Box 216 Brisbane Queensland 4001, Australia Tel +61 7 3041 1306 Emai l [email protected]

Chinalco Yunnan Copper Resources Ltd

Corporate Governance Statement March 2017

The Board of Directors of Chinalco Yunnan Copper Resources Limited (CYU or Company) is responsible for the corporate governance of the Company. The Board guides and monitors the business and affairs of Chinalco Yunnan Copper Resources Limited on behalf of the shareholders by whom they are elected and to whom they are accountable.

Chinalco Yunnan Copper Resources Limited's Corporate Governance Statement is structured with reference to the Australian Securities Exchange Corporate Governance Council’s “Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations, 3rd Edition”.

This statement has been approved by the Board of CYU and is current as at 29 March 2017. The statement and information identified therein are available on the Company's website at www.cycal.com.au under the Corporate Governance section.

The Board endorses the ASX Principles of Good Corporate Governance and Best Practice Recommendations, and has adopted corporate governance charters and policies reflecting those recommendations to the extent appropriate having regard to the size and circumstances of the Company. The Company does not presently comply with all of the ASX Best Practice Policies on Corporate Governance and by virtue of its size and the composition of the Board is unlikely to do so in the foreseeable future.

The Company is committed to ensuring that its corporate governance systems maintain the Company’s focus on transparency, responsibility and accountability. For further information on corporate governance policies adopted by Chinalco Yunnan Copper Resources Limited, refer to our website: www.cycal.com.au


www.cycal.com.au
ASX Recommendation Statement Commentary Compliant with ASX Recommendation / Explanation for Departure
Principle 1: Lay solid foundations for management and oversight
A listed entity should establish and disclose the respective roles and responsibilities of its board and management and how their performance is monitored and evaluated.
1.1 - A listed entity should disclose:
(a) the respective roles and responsibilities of its board
and management; and
(b) those matters expressly reserved to the board and
those delegated to management.
The Board’s role is to govern the Company rather than to manage it. It is
the role of executive management to manage the Company in accordance
with the direction and delegations of the Board and it is the responsibility
of the Board to oversee the activities of management in carrying out these
delegated duties.
A summary of the Company’s board charter is posted on the Company's
website which sets out the role, powers and responsibilities of the Board.
Yes

www.cycal.com.au | ABN 29 070 859 522 | ASX Code: CYU

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ASX Recommendation Statement Commentary Compliant with ASX Recommendation / Explanation for Departure
1.2 - A listed entity should:
(a) undertake appropriate checks before appointing a
person, or putting forward to security holders a
candidate for election, as a director; and
(b) provide security holders with all material information in
its possession relevant to a decision on whether or not
to elect or re-elect a director.
Going forward all newly appointed Directors will be required to undertake
and provide appropriate background security checks as part of the
appointment process.
All material information about each candidate relevant to a decision
whether or not to elect or re-elect a director will be contained in the
Explanatory Memorandum to the Notice of Annual General Meeting.
Yes
1.3 - A listed entity should have a written agreement with each
director and senior executive setting out the terms of their
appointment.
All Directors and senior executives have contracts in place. Yes
1.4 - The company secretary of a listed entity should be
accountable directly to the board, through the chair, on all
matters to do with the proper functioning of the board.
Each Board member has direct access to the Company Secretary (who is
accountable directly to the Board, through the Chair, on all matters to do
with the proper functioning of the Board) with procedures for the provision
of information, including requests for additional information
Yes
1.5 - A listed entity should:
(a) have a diversity policy which includes requirements for
the board or a relevant committee of the board to set
measurable objectives for achieving gender diversity
and to assess annually both the objectives and the
entity’s progress in achieving them;
(b) disclose that policy or a summary of it; and
(c) disclose as at the end of each reporting period the
measurable objectives for achieving gender diversity
set by the board or a relevant committee of the board
in accordance with the entity’s diversity policy and its
progress towards achieving them and either:
(1) the respective proportions of men and women on
the board, in senior executive positions and
across the whole organisation (including how the
entity has defined “senior executive” for these
purposes); or
(2) if the entity is a “relevant employer” under the
Workplace Gender Equality Act, the entity’s most
recent “Gender Equality Indicators”, as defined in
and published under that Act.
The Board has established a Diversity Policy which is publicly available on
the Company’s website. There are some aspects of the ASX
recommendations that are difficult to comply with due to the Company’s
size. The Board at this juncture has not set measurable objectives. This
policy will be reviewed as part of the annual compliance review to ensure
that the Diversity Policy is being progressed as required and to set
measurable objectives when appropriate for the Company.
The proportion of women employees in the whole organisation, women in
management positions and women on the board are as follows:
Measure
Female proportion
Organisation
20%
Management
0%
Board
Nil
No – at this stage the Company has not set measureable objectives in
relation to achieving gender diversity. The Board considers that at this
time no efficiencies or other benefits would be gained by introducing
measurable objectives. In the future, as the Company grows and
increases in size and activity, the Board will consider the setting of
measurable objectives. The Company policy is to employ the best
person for the position being filled regardless of gender.

www.cycal.com.au | ABN 29 070 859 522 | ASX Code: CYU

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ASX Recommendation Statement Commentary Compliant with ASX Recommendation / Explanation for Departure
1.6 - A listed entity should:
(a) have and disclose a process for periodically evaluating
the performance of the board, its committees and
individual directors; and
(b) disclose, in relation to each reporting period, whether
a performance evaluation was undertaken in the
reporting period in accordance with that process.
The Company does not currently have a formal process for evaluating the
performance of the Board or individual directors.
No - The Board is responsible for the strategic direction of the Company,
establishing goals for management and monitoring the achievement of
these goals. The Board considers that at this time no efficiencies or
other benefits would be gained by introducing a formal evaluation policy.
The Board monitors the overall corporate governance of the Company
with the aim of ensuring that shareholder value is increased. In the
future as the Company grows and increases in size and activity, the
Board will consider establishment of formal Board and individual director
evaluation processes.
1.7 - A listed entity should:
(a) have and disclose a process for periodically evaluating
the performance of its senior executives; and
(b) disclose, in relation to each reporting period, whether
a performance evaluation was undertaken in the
reporting period in accordance with that process.
Given the size of the company and the limited number of employees at this
stage no formal process is in place. Employees are subject to continual
review of their performance on an on-going basis rather than by way of a
formalised procedure.
No - The Board considers that at this time no efficiencies or other
benefits would be gained by introducing a formal evaluation policy.
Principle 2: Structure the board to add value
A listed entity should have a board of an appropriate size, composition, skills and commitment to enable it to discharge its duties effectively.
The board of a listed entity should:
(a) have a nomination committee which:
(1) has at least three members, a majority of whom
are independent directors; and
(2) is chaired by an independent director,
and disclose:
(3) the charter of the committee;
(4) the members of the committee; and
(5) as at the end of each reporting period, the number
of times the committee met throughout the period
and the individual attendances of the members at
those meetings;OR
(b) if it does not have a nomination committee, disclose
that fact and the processes it employs to address
board succession issues and to ensure that the board
has the appropriate balance of skills, knowledge,
experience, independence and diversity to enable it to
discharge its duties and responsibilities effectively.
The full Board carries out the role of a nomination committee, and
therefore a charter relevant to the specific functions of a nomination
committee have not been adopted. The board as a whole currently
undertakes the process of reviewing the skill base and experience of
existing directors to enable identification or attributes required in new
directors. Where appropriate, independent consultants may be engaged to
identify possible new candidates for the board.
No - The Board considers that no efficiencies or other benefits would be
gained by establishing a separate nomination committee given the size
of the Company’s operations and of the Board. In the future, as the
Company grows and increases in size and level of activity, the Board will
reconsider the establishment of a separate nomination committee.

www.cycal.com.au | ABN 29 070 859 522 | ASX Code: CYU

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ASX Recommendation Statement Commentary Compliant with ASX Recommendation / Explanation for Departure
2.2 - A listed entity should have and disclose a board skills
matrix setting out the mix of skills and diversity that the board
currently has or is looking to achieve in its membership.
The Board has been structured such that its composition and size will enable
it to effectively discharge its responsibilities and duties.
No - Each Director has industry experience and specific expertise
relevant to the Company’s business and level of operations. The Board
considers that its structure is appropriate in the context of the
Company’s activities and does not consider it necessary at this stage
of its development to have a matrix setting out the mix of skills of the
Directors. The experience and skills of the Directors are documented in
the Annual Report and Company website.
2.3 - A listed entity should disclose:
(a) the names of the directors considered by the board to
be independent directors;
(b) if a director has an interest, position, association or
relationship of the type described in Box 2.3 but the
board is of the opinion that it does not compromise the
independence of the director, the nature of the
interest, position, association or relationship in
question and an explanation of why the board is of
that opinion; and
(c) the length of service of each director.
The position of each director and as to whether or not they are considered to
be independent is set out below.
Name
Position
Independence Position
Dr Huaisheng
Peng
Non-Executive
Chairman
Not Independent – Dr Peng is an
executive within the JCHX Group
which is a substantial shareholder of
the Company.
Qinghai Wang
Non-Executive
Director
Not Independent – Mr Wang is an
executive within the JCHX Group
which is a substantial shareholder of
the Company.
Paul Williams
Managing
Director
Not Independent - Mr Williams is
employed in an executive capacity
Zewen Yang
Executive
Director
Not Independent – Mr Yang is
employed in an executive capacity
Name
Term in Office
Dr Huaisheng Peng
4 Months
Qinghai Wang
4 Months
Paul Williams
4 Years
Zewen Yang
9 years
The Company has a formalised Conflicts of Interest Policy that is posted on
the Company's website.
Yes
2.4 - A majority of the board of a listed entity should be
independent directors.
The current board has no independent directors and four directors who are
considered to be not independent – see 2.3 above.
No - The Board believe that the individuals on the board can and do
make quality and independent judgements in the best interest of the
Company and other stakeholders notwithstanding that they are not
independent directors in accordance with the criteria in the
recommendations.

www.cycal.com.au | ABN 29 070 859 522 | ASX Code: CYU

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ASX Recommendation Statement Commentary Compliant with ASX Recommendation / Explanation for Departure
2.5 - The chair of the board of a listed entity should be an
independent director and, in particular, should not be the same
person as the CEO of the entity.
The Chairman of the company is not considered to be independent as he is
an executive employee of a substantial shareholder of the Company. The
CEO of the company is not the same person as the Chairman of the
Company.
The Role of the Chair is documented in a policy statement posted on the
Company's website.
No - The Board believes that the current Chairman can and does make
quality and independent judgements in the best interest of the
Company and other stakeholders notwithstanding that he is not an
independent director in accordance with the criteria set out in the
recommendations.
2.6 - A listed entity should have a program for inducting new
directors and provide appropriate professional development
opportunities for directors to develop and maintain the skills and
knowledge needed to perform their role as directors effectively.
The Company has procedures to provide new directors with any information
they may request with direct access to the Company Secretary and Senior
Management available to any new appointee. The Company encourages,
and recommends, that all non-executive directors attend relevant external
seminars and educational programs to assist directors in the effect of
exercise of their powers and duties. The Board has agreed that such
seminars and educational programs obtained by a director will be at the
expense of the Company.
Yes
Principle 3: Act ethically and responsibly
A listed entity should act ethically and responsibly.
3.1 - A listed entity should:
(a) have a code of conduct for its directors, senior
executives and employees; and
(b) disclose that code or a summary of it.
The Company is committed to operating ethically, honestly, responsibly and
legally in all its business dealings. Accordingly, the Company requires
employees to act in the Company’s best interests in a professional, honest
and ethical manner, and in full compliance with the law, both within and on
behalf of the Company.
The Company has an established Code of Conduct (Code), which is posted
on the Company website, which outlines the behaviour that is expected of
employees. The Code governs all the Company’s operations and the
conduct of Directors, management and employees.
The purpose of the Code is to:

outline the high standards of honest, ethical and legal behaviour
expected of directors and employees;

encourage adherence with those standards to protect and promote
the interests of all CYU stakeholders;

guide directors and employees as to the practices considered
necessary to maintain confidence in the Group’s integrity; and

set out the responsibility and accountability of directors and employees
to report and investigate any unlawful or unethical practices or
behaviour.
Yes

www.cycal.com.au | ABN 29 070 859 522 | ASX Code: CYU

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ASX Recommendation Statement Commentary Compliant with ASX Recommendation / Explanation for Departure
Trading in company securities by directors, officers and employees
The Board has established written guidelines, set out in its Securities
Trading Policy, that restrict dealings by directors and relevant employees in
the Company’s shares. The Securities Trading Policy identifies certain
periods when directors and relevant employees are prohibited from trading in
the Company’s securities. Outside of these periods, in the absence of
knowledge of unpublished price-sensitive information, directors and relevant
employees may buy or sell shares in the Company.
The Securities Trading Policy is published on the Company’s website.
Principle 4: Safeguard integrity in corporate reporting
A listed entity should have formal and rigorous processes that independently verify and safeguard the integrity of its corporate reporting.
4.1 - The board of a listed entity should:
(a) have an audit committee which:
(1) has at least three members, all of whom are non-
executive directors and a majority of whom are
independent directors; and
(2) is chaired by an independent director, who is not
the chair of the board,
and disclose:
(3) the charter of the committee;
(4) the relevant qualifications and experience of the
members of the committee; and
(5) in relation to each reporting period, the number of
times the committee met throughout the period
and the individual attendances of the members at
those meetings;OR
(b) if it does not have an audit committee, disclose that
fact and the processes it employs that independently
verify and safeguard the integrity of its corporate
reporting, including the processes for the appointment
and removal of the external auditor and the rotation of
the audit engagement partner.
There is no separate Audit Committee. No - The Board considers that the Company is not of a size, nor is its
financial affairs of such complexity, to justify the formation of an audit
committee. The Board as a whole undertakes the selection and proper
application of accounting policies, the identification and management
of risk and the review of the operation of the internal control systems
along with liaison with the Company’s external auditors.

www.cycal.com.au | ABN 29 070 859 522 | ASX Code: CYU

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ASX Recommendation Statement Commentary Compliant with ASX Recommendation / Explanation for Departure
4.2 - The board of a listed entity should, before it approves the
entity’s financial statements for a financial period, receive from
its CEO and CFO a declaration that, in their opinion, the
financial records of the entity have been properly maintained
and that the financial statements comply with the appropriate
accounting standards and give a true and fair view of the
financial position and performance of the entity and that the
opinion has been formed on the basis of a sound system of risk
management and internal control which is operating effectively.
The CEO and CFO state in writing to the Board each reporting period that
the Company’s financial reports present a true and fair view, in all material
respects, of the Company’s financial and operational results and have been
properly maintained in accordance with all relevant accounting standards.
The CEO and CFO state in writing to the Board each reporting period that:
• the statement is founded on a sound system of risk management and
internal compliance and control which implements the policies adopted
by the Board.
• the Company’s risk management and internal compliance and control
system is operating efficiently and effectively in all material respects.
Yes
4.3 - A listed entity that has an AGM should ensure that its
external auditor attends its AGM and is available to answer
questions from security holders relevant to the audit.
The engagement partner (or his representative) of the Company’s external
auditor, EY, attends the Company’s AGM and is available to answer
questions from shareholders about the audit.
Yes
Principle 5: Make timely and balanced disclosure
A listed entity should make timely and balanced disclosure of all matters concerning it that a reasonable person would expect to have a material effect on the price or value of its securities.
5.1 - A listed entity should:
(a) have a written policy for complying with its continuous
disclosure obligations under the Listing Rules; and
(b) disclose that policy or a summary of it.
The Company has established policies and for complying with timely
disclosure of material information concerning the Company. This includes
internal reporting procedures in place to ensure that any material price
sensitive information is reported to the Company Secretary in a timely
manner. These policies and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure
that the Company complies with its obligations at law and under the ASX
Listing Rules.
The Company’s Continuous Disclosure policy is published on the Company's
website.
The Company Secretary is responsible for communications with the
Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) including responsibility for ensuring
compliance with the continuous disclosure requirements in the ASX Listing
Rules and overseeing information going to the ASX, shareholders and other
interested parties. The matter of continuous disclosure is a permanent item
on the agenda for all Board meetings and is specifically addressed by each
director at those meetings
Yes

www.cycal.com.au | ABN 29 070 859 522 | ASX Code: CYU

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ASX Recommendation Statement Commentary Compliant with ASX Recommendation / Explanation for Departure
Principle 6: Respect the rights of security holders
A listed entity should respect the rights of its security holders by providing them with appropriate information and facilities to allow them to exercise those rights effectively.
6.1 - A listed entity should provide information about itself and
its governance to investors via its website.
CYU seeks to disclose all material information to shareholders as soon as
possible and as widely as possible, in keeping and complying with its
continuous disclosure requirements.
Information released to the ASX is also published on our website
immediately. Our website also contains copies of media releases published
by CYU as well as information in relation to our businesses and major
projects, our people, our financial results and our corporate governance
practices and policies.
The Company has a documented Communications Policy that is published
on the Company's website.
Yes
6.2 - A listed entity should design and implement an investor
relations program to facilitate effective two-way
communication with investors.
The Company does not currently have a formal documented investor
relations program.
No – While the Company strongly encourages communication between
the shareholders and the Company and Board there is no formal
program at this stage. As the Company grows in size, the Board will
look to develop a more formalised investor relations program.
6.3 - A listed entity should disclose the policies and processes it
has in place to facilitate and encourage participation at
meetings of security holders.
Shareholders are encouraged to participate in the Annual General Meeting
(AGM) to ensure a high level of accountability and identification with the
Company’s strategies and goals. Important issues are presented to
shareholders as separate resolutions.
Shareholders who are unable to attend the AGM may vote by appointing a
proxy using the form included with the Notice of Meeting. Further,
shareholders are also invited to submit questions in advance of the AGM so
that the Company can ensure those issues are addressed at the meeting.
Yes
6.4 - A listed entity should give security holders the option to
receive communications from, and send communications
to, the entity and its security registry electronically.
Shareholders have the option to receive communications from, and send
communications to, the Company and its share registry, Link Market
Services, electronically.
Yes

www.cycal.com.au | ABN 29 070 859 522 | ASX Code: CYU

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ASX Recommendation Statement Commentary Compliant with ASX Recommendation / Explanation for Departure
Principle 7: Recognise and manage risk
A listed entity should establish a sound risk management framework and periodically review the effectiveness of that framework.
7.1 - The board of a listed entity should:
(a) have a committee or committees to oversee risk, each
of which:
(1) has at least three members, a majority of whom are
independent directors; and
(2) is chaired by an independent director,
and disclose:
(3) the charter of the committee;
(4) the members of the committee; and
(5) as at the end of each reporting period, the number of
times the committee met throughout the period and
the individual attendances of the members at those
meetings;OR
(b) if it does not have a risk committee or committees that
satisfy (a) above, disclose that fact and the processes
it employs for overseeing the entity’s risk management
framework.
A risk management policy has been approved by the Board and is disclosed
on the Company website. CYU recognises the importance of managing risk
and controlling its business activities in a manner which enables it to
maximise profitable opportunities, avoid or reduce risks which may cause
injury or loss, ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and
enhances resilience to external events.
Risk management is the process of continuously identifying, evaluating,
treating and monitoring exposures.
Risks may be controlled through the introduction of policies, procedures or
altered work practices however the most effective long-term method is
through the creation of a risk aware culture.
The Board is aware of the various risks that affect the Company and its
business. The risk procedures are under constant review as the Company’s
activities develop.
No – The Board considers that the Company is not of a size, nor is its
financial affairs of such complexity, to justify the formation of a
separate risk committee. The Board as a whole undertakes the
identification and management of risks that impact the Company.
7.2 - The board or a committee of the board should:
(a) review the entity’s risk management framework at
least annually to satisfy itself that it continues to be
sound; and
(b) disclose in relation to each reporting period, whether
such a review has taken place.
The Company’s Risk Management and underlying procedures and practices
is reviewed regularly at Board Meetings to ensure their continued application
and relevance. The Risk Management Policy is formally documented and
disclosed on the Company website.
Yes
7.3 - A listed entity should disclose:
(a) if it has an internal audit function, how the function is
structured and what role it performs; or
(b) if it does not have an internal audit function, that fact
and the processes it employs for evaluating and
continually improving the effectiveness of its risk
management and internal control processes.
The Company does not have an internal audit function. Risk management
and internal controls are the responsibility of the Board and Senior
Management.
No – The Board considers that the Company is not of a size, nor is its
financial affairs of such complexity, to justify having an internal audit
function.

www.cycal.com.au | ABN 29 070 859 522 | ASX Code: CYU

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ASX Recommendation Statement Commentary Compliant with ASX Recommendation / Explanation for Departure
7.4 - A listed entity should disclose whether it has any material
exposure to economic, environmental and social
sustainability risks and, if it does, how it manages or
intends to manage those risks.
The Company operates in a business that has exposure to environmental
risk in relation to exploration and development of its projects. The Company
ensures that all environmental requirements especially in relation to
rehabilitation of its exploration sites is completed in a timely manner and in
accordance with Governmental requirements.
Yes
Principle 8: Remunerate fairly and responsibly
A listed entity should pay director remuneration sufficient to attract and retain high quality directors and design its executive remuneration to attract, retain and motivate high quality senior executives
and to align their interests with the creation of value for security holders.
8.1 - The board of a listed entity should:
(a) have a remuneration committee which:
(1) has at least three members, a majority of whom
are independent directors; and
(2) is chaired by an independent director,
and disclose:
(3) the charter of the committee;
(4) the members of the committee; and
(5) as at the end of each reporting period, the number
of times the committee met throughout the period
and the individual attendances of the members at
those meetings;OR
(b) if it does not have a remuneration committee, disclose
that fact and the processes it employs for setting the
level and composition of remuneration for directors
and senior executives and ensuring that such
remuneration is appropriate and not excessive.
The Company does not have a Remuneration Committee. Remuneration is
the responsibility of the Board and Senior Management. The Board is
responsible for setting and reviewing the appropriateness of the nature and
amount of remuneration of Senior Management on a periodic basis by
reference to relevant market conditions with the overall objective of ensuring
maximum stakeholder benefit from the retention of a high quality
management team.
No - Due to the early stage of development and small size of the
Company, a separate remuneration committee was not considered to
add any efficiency to the process of determining the levels of
remuneration for the Directors and key executives. The Board
considers that it is more appropriate to set aside time at Board
meetings to specifically address matters that would ordinarily fall to a
remuneration committee. All matters of remuneration will continue to be
in accordance with Corporations Act requirements, especially in
respect of related party transactions. That is, none of the Directors
participate in any deliberations regarding their own remuneration or
related issues.
8.2 - A listed entity should separately disclose its policies and
practices regarding the remuneration of non-executive
directors and the remuneration of executive directors and
other senior executives.
Disclosure as to the nature and amount of remuneration paid to the Directors
of the Company is included in the Directors report and notes to the financial
statements in the Company’s annual report each year. The structure and
objectives of the remuneration policy and its links to the Company’s
performance is disclosed in the annual Directors’ Report.
It is the Company’s objective to provide maximum stakeholder benefit from
the retention of a high quality Board and Executive team by remunerating
Directors and other Key Management Personnel fairly and appropriately with
reference to relevant employment market conditions.
To assist in achieving this objective, the Board considers the nature and
amount of Executive Directors’ and Officers’ emoluments alongside the
company’s financial and operational performance.
Yes

www.cycal.com.au | ABN 29 070 859 522 | ASX Code: CYU

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In accordance with best practice corporate governance, the structure of Executive and Non-Executive Director remuneration is separate and distinct. The Constitution of Chinalco Yunnan Copper Resources Limited and the ASX Listing Rules specify that the Non-Executive Directors are entitled to remuneration as determined by the Company in a General Meeting to be apportioned among them in such manner as the Directors agree and, in default of agreement, equally. The maximum aggregate remuneration currently approved by shareholders for Directors’ fees is for a total of $250,000 per annum. If a Non-Executive Director performs extra services, which in the opinion of the Directors are outside the scope of the ordinary duties of the Director, the company may remunerate that Director by payment of a fixed sum determined by the Directors in addition to or instead of the remuneration referred to above. The remuneration of the Executive Directors and Senior Management may from time to time be fixed by the Board. The Board’s policy is to align Executive objectives with shareholder and business objectives by providing a fixed remuneration component and offering long-term incentives. The level of fixed remuneration is set so as to provide a base level of remuneration which is both appropriate to the position and is competitive in the market. Fixed remuneration is reviewed annually by the Board, and the process consists of a review of company-wide and individual performance, relevant comparative remuneration in the market and internal, and where appropriate, external advice on policies and practices. In relation to the payment of bonuses, options and other incentive payments, discretion is exercised by the Board, having regard to the overall performance of the Company and the performance of the individual during the year.

www.cycal.com.au | ABN 29 070 859 522 | ASX Code: CYU

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ASX Recommendation Statement Commentary Compliant with ASX Recommendation / Explanation for Departure
8.3 - A listed entity which has an equity-based remuneration
scheme should:
(a) have a policy on whether participants are permitted to
enter into transactions (whether through the use of
derivatives or otherwise) which limit the economic risk
of participating in the scheme; and
(b) disclose that policy or a summary of it.
The Company Securities Trading Policy has the following provisions in
relation to margin lending arrangements and use of derivatives or hedging.
Directors and key management personnel, must inform the Company
Secretary if they have entered into margin loans (including by way of security
lending) in respect of securities in CYU or in an associated entity or
subsidiary. The Company Secretary must in turn inform the Board of the
existence of such loans.
Directors and key management personnel may only sell all or part of the
securities held that are subject to the margin loan to meet a margin call in
accordance with the terms of the policy. Cases of hardship or special
circumstances will also be dealt with in accordance with this policy.
The use of derivative or hedging arrangements by directors or key
management personnel in relation to unvested CYU securities or vested
CYU securities which are still subject to a CYU imposed holding lock is
prohibited.
Yes

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