First Quantum Minerals Responds to Media Reports
TORONTO, Sept. 23, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (“First Quantum†or “the Companyâ€) (TSX:FM)is aware of speculation regarding a potential transaction involving Jiangxi Copper Co. Ltd. The Company confirms that discussions regarding a potential sale of a minority interest in First Quantum’s Zambian copper assets have occurred and are continuing. No transaction has been agreed upon and there is no guarantee that a transaction will be achieved.Â
There has also been speculation of a takeover bid. First Quantum has not engaged in any discussions regarding a take-over bid or other change of control transaction and has no knowledge of potential take-over bids, change of control transactions or proposals.
The Company will update the market as warranted.
On Behalf of the Board of Directors of First Quantum Minerals Ltd.              Â
G. Clive Newall
President
For further information visit our website at www.first-quantum.com
North American contact: Lisa Doddridge, Director, Investor Relations
Tel: (416) 361-3752 Toll free: 1 (888) 688-6577 Email: lisa.doddridge@fqml.com
United Kingdom contact: Clive Newall, President
Tel: +44 7802 721663 Email: clive.newall@fqml.com
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