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Silvercorp closes acquisition of Kyrgyzstan projects

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Jan 27, 2026 · 20:48 SVM · 17.25 Silvercorp Metals Inc.

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Silvercorp Metals Inc. has completed the acquisition of Chaarat ZAAV CJSC (ZAAV) from Chaarat Gold Holdings Ltd. for $92 million, following the Kyrgyz government's waiver of its statutory pre-emptive right.
ZAAV will be converted into a joint venture company (JVC) with Kyrgyzaltyn (a subsidiary of the Kyrgyz Republic), with Silvercorp holding a 70% interest and acting as operator, while Kyrgyzaltyn holds a 30% free-carried interest.
The JVC holds the fully permitted Tulkubash/Kyzyltash gold projects and surrounding exploration licenses in the Tian Shan area. Silvercorp is obligated to make a $60 million cash payment to the National Investment Agency (NIA) to secure an extension of the mining license validity from 2032 to 2062.

Transaction Completion: Acquisition of Chaarat ZAAV CJSC (ZAAV) completed per share purchase agreement with Chaarat Gold Holdings Ltd.
Purchase Price: $92 million paid to Chaarat Gold Holdings Ltd.
Regulatory Status: Kyrgyz government issued a waiver of its statutory pre-emptive right.
Joint Venture Structure:
- ZAAV to be converted into a JVC with Kyrgyzaltyn (wholly owned subsidiary of the Kyrgyz Republic).
- Silvercorp Interest: 70% (Operator).
- Kyrgyzaltyn Interest: 30% (Free-carried).
License Extension & Additional Consideration:
- The JVC will apply to extend the mining license validity from June 25, 2032, to June 25, 2062.
- Silvercorp to make a $60 million cash payment to the National Investment Agency (NIA) under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic per a co-operation agreement.
Assets Acquired:
- 100% interest in the mining licence hosting the fully permitted Tulkubash/Kyzyltash gold projects.
- Surrounding exploration licences hosting the Karator and Ishakuld gold zones.
- Location: Tian Shan area, Kyrgyzstan.
Legal Counsel: King & Wood Mallesons (Beijing office) acted as lead legal counsel to Silvercorp.
Reference: Details refer to the news release dated Jan. 20, 2026.

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