Group 1 - Terra Metals Inc. announced the appointment of Dr. Tariq Abbasi and Mr. Mark Donohue as part of its strategic preparations for a significant $100 million joint venture agreement with Metalex Commodities, set to be signed in Lusaka [1][2] - Dr. Abbasi brings extensive public service experience and global influence, aligning with Terra Metals' commitment to principled governance and international credibility [1][2] - Mr. Donohue, a recent MBA graduate, represents a new generation of leadership and will oversee operations, ESG integration, and value creation as the company expands its business [2][3] Group 2 - The joint venture, named Lunda Resources, is expected to produce critical copper and cobalt concentrates for the global electric vehicle and clean energy industries, creating 500 to 1,000 jobs in its first phase [2][3] - The signing ceremony will take place at the American Center in Lusaka, supported by the U.S. Embassy, the Zambian Ministry of Mines, and traditional leaders from the Northwestern Province [3] - Terra Metals is positioning itself as a key player in the critical mineral supply chain, operating from the U.S. while focusing on African markets [3]