Vale is a global mining company founded in 1942 and headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. We are one of the world’s largest metals and mining companies based on market capitalization and one of the world’s largest producers of iron ore and nickel. We also produce iron ore pellets, copper, platinum group metals, gold, silver and cobalt. We operate large logistics systems in Brazil and other regions in the world, including railroads, maritime terminals and ports, which are integrated with our mining operations. In addition, we have distribution centers to support the delivery of iron ore worldwide. Our purpose is: We exist to improve life and transform the future. Together. Vale has been partnering with China for 50 years since our first shipment of iron ore was sent to China in 1973. As the most reliable raw material supplier of China, we are looking forward to further deepening our partnership with China in the fields of sustainable mining and low carbon solutions and embracing a carbon-neutral green future together