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It is reported that First Quantum will acquire a 55% stake in the project for $105 million, and has committed to further invest up to $546 million in the joint venture to provide capital and operating costs for the feasibility study and development of the project.
The transaction is expected to close by the end of the third quarter of 2023.
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