Net Profit Increase Estimated

According to preliminary estimates reported by its finance department, the company's net profit for the nine months to 30 Sept 2008 is estimated to have increased by more than 80%, compared to its net profit of RMB 2.44 bln during the same period in 2007. The figures are derived in accordance with the Accounting Standard for Business Enterprises and Financial Enterprise Accounting System issued by the Ministry of Finance of the People's Republic of China. Detailed information will be available in the company's 3Q 2008 Report.

Board of Directors
22 Oct 2008


Source: Shanghai Stock Exchange

Date: 22 Oct 2008

CN01/MZ/LZ/NK/KM