TORONTO, Oct. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (“First Quantum” or “the Firm”) (TSX: FM) introduced at present that Regulation 406, which approves the refreshed mining concession contract (“Concession Contract”) for the Cobre Panamá mine, was printed within the Official Gazette of Panamá on October 20, 2023.
On October 20, 2023, the Nationwide Meeting in Panamá authorised Invoice 1100, being the proposal for approval of the Concession Contract for the Cobre Panamá mine, within the third debate of the plenary session with a vote of 47 in favour out of a complete of 55 votes registered. On the identical day, President Laurentino Cortizo sanctioned Invoice 1100 into Regulation 406 and this was subsequently printed within the Official Gazette. The enactment of Regulation 406 marks the ultimate step in revising the authorized framework for the Cobre Panamá mine.
“We’re happy that the revised contract establishes the idea for a renewed long-term relationship between Panamá and First Quantum. This may present for each continued funding within the mine and for its necessary contribution to Panamá and its folks. We’re dedicated to the obligations of the contract and to accountable stewardship of the Cobre Panamá mine, together with a continued optimistic affect on our workforce, the encompassing communities and the setting,” stated Tristan Pascall, Chief Govt Officer.
With publication within the Official Gazette, funds to cowl taxes and royalties as much as the year-end 2022 of roughly $395 million and sure quantities payable for 2023 company tax instalments, withholding taxes and quarterly royalty funds might be due inside 30 days.
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