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Regulatory

AbraSilver Submits RIGI Application for the Diablillos Project

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Nov 21, 2025 · 07:31 ABRA · 6.8 AbraSilver Resource Corp.
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Executive Summary

  • AbraSilver submitted its formal application to include the Diablillos silver‑gold project under Argentina’s Large Investment Incentive Regime (RIGI).
  • RIGI approval is expected to provide long‑term fiscal stability, tax, customs and foreign‑exchange benefits, materially improving project economics.
  • The company anticipates a regulatory decision in early 2026, which could enable a construction decision for Diablillos as early as 2027.

Key Details

  • Application Submitted: Formal request filed to Argentine authorities to place the Diablillos project under RIGI.
  • Regime Benefits: RIGI offers competitive tax rates, customs exemptions and favorable foreign‑exchange terms aimed at accelerating large‑scale investments.
  • Provincial Participation: Both Salta and Catamarca provinces (where Diablillos is located) have opted into the RIGI framework, supporting the application.
  • Expected Impact: Approval would significantly enhance project economics and investment certainty, supporting progression to construction.
  • Timeline: Decision from government anticipated in early 2026; construction decision targeted for 2027 pending approval.
  • Resource Estimate (context): Measured & Indicated resources of 73.1 Mt at 79 g/t Ag and 0.66 g/t Au (~186 Moz Ag, 1.6 Moz Au).

Notable Quotes

“This submission marks another major milestone for AbraSilver as we continue to de‑risk and advance Diablillos…we look forward to a decision in early 2026, which will bring transformative benefits for the project as we continue advancing toward a construction decision next year.” – John Miniotis, President & CEO.

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