Lithium Chile Provides Update on the Transaction for the Sale of Arizaro Project

Core Viewpoint - Lithium Chile Inc. is progressing towards closing the sale of its Arizaro project for US $175,000,000, with key steps being taken to advance the transaction [1][3]. Transaction Details - The transaction involves the sale of the Arizaro project through the company's Argentinian subsidiary, Argentum Lithium S.A. [1][2]. - A US $5,000,000 deposit from China Union Holdings Ltd. has been secured and will be held in escrow as security for the purchaser's payment obligations [3]. Transaction Progress - An Annual General and Special Shareholder Meeting is scheduled for May 15, 2026, to seek shareholder approval for the transaction [3]. - The company is considering a Substantial Issuer Bid (SIB) to distribute a portion of the net proceeds from the transaction to shareholders, which would reduce the number of issued and outstanding common shares [3][10]. Next Steps - The company is working to satisfy all remaining closing conditions while China Union Holdings is advancing its regulatory approval process [4]. - Further updates will be provided as milestones are achieved [4]. Arizaro Operations - The project team is maintaining the Arizaro asset and fulfilling all operational, environmental, and community-related obligations [5]. Market Awareness - The company plans to enhance market communications to improve awareness of its underlying value, as current trading levels are perceived to be below its net asset value [6]. - A services agreement has been established with Departures Capital Inc. for digital marketing and investor awareness services at a cost of CAD $100,000 over 12 months [7]. Company Overview - Lithium Chile Inc. holds a portfolio of 11 properties covering 106,136 hectares in Chile and 29,245 hectares in Argentina [8]. - The company has completed a NI 43-101 compliant Resource Report, Preliminary Economic Assessment, and Prefeasibility Study for the Arizaro project [8].