"To reach carbon neutrality by 2050, I am calling for all countries to stop building new coal power plants and for partners to stop financing them," said the secretary-general.

During the quarter ended 30 September 2020, FeSi production volumes decreased by 16% while manganese alloys production reduced marginally by 3%.

Toshiba Corp. on Wednesday announced that it will stop taking new orders to build coal-fired power plants as it shifts towards greener, renewable energy.

China's benchmark power coal price rose slightly during the past week.

During the quarter ended 30 September 2020, FeSi production volumes decreased by 16% while manganese alloys production reduced marginally by 3%.

The deals involve smart equipment, intelligent manufacturing projects, rolling mills, and blockchain cross-border platform, according to the country's top steel-maker.

"But now there is no more black dust and pungent smell. I am surprised with the lovely days here."

The crude steel output from January to September hit 781.59 million tons, up 4.5 percent from a year ago.