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RE: More huge trades being hidden - why?11 Jun 2025 21:25

Front Synopsis is very possible. A more logical conclusion is a BID. Once you think outside the box and go along the lines of a BID, the possibility of a bid that could demand such secrecy is of course, CHINA. Who have Billions of Dollars to get rid of.

China is no longer happy to store, what China call the Petra Dollar, China prefers the Bric. BUT WHY CHINA.

Rare Earth Minerals, that is the reason. REM are abundant in Romania & Tajikistan.

China and AP may already be deep in discussion about an agreed Deal. The more shares CHINA can trouser at these Depressed rates the less it would eventually need to pay. God only knows how many Vast Res shares CHINA could already have, bought on the QT. Remember Chinese company ANJIN DIAMONDS are already in Zimbabwe, this whole scenario screams, "CHINESE are looking at Vast Resources" That would also put USA nose out of joint and start a BIDDING WAR.

This might be worth looking at in a completely new light.

The Tajikistan–UK Mining Forum, held on 19 May 2025 in London, provided strong confirmation of international momentum behind Tajikistan’s growing mining sector. The event was attended by senior Tajik officials, UK government representatives including Lord Alderdice, and over 150 participants from investment firms and mining companies.

Key developments announced at the forum included:

Two formal Memorandums of Understanding. One with the Ministry of Industry and New Technologies of Tajikistan, enabling mineral exploration and development cooperation until May 2026. The second between the British Geological Survey and Tajik authorities to facilitate data sharing and scientific cooperation.

Official promotion of Tajikistan’s vast mineral wealth, including gold, silver, copper, lead, zinc, antimony, tungsten and rare earth elements. Delegates emphasised the country's potential for ESG-friendly mining, especially due to its 100 percent hydroelectric power generation.

Ongoing regulatory reforms aimed at making Tajikistan more attractive to foreign investors. These include simplified licensing, reduced export barriers and a strong push for joint ventures with western companies.

How this aligns with Vast Resources

Vast already operates in Tajikistan under a joint venture at the Aprelevka gold and silver mine. The company currently manages four producing mines and has delivered strong operational results, including doubling output within 12 months and reducing production costs.

Further expansion is anticipated in the form of:

Increased gold and silver production capacity at the Aprelevka JV

Exploration and development of newly identified copper, lead and zinc deposits under the new MoU framework

Access to the planned Tajik Mineral Investment Fund, designed to support foreign-backed mining operations

Why this matters now

Vast has recently formed a strengthened technical board with extensive mining and geological expertise. This team is now in a position to carry out due diligence, exploration and development across Tajikistan with immediate effect.

The forum, the MoUs, and the existing JV give Vast a platform to expand its presence in Tajikistan at speed. The combination of strong government backing, strategic mineral deposits, and ESG advantages positions Tajikistan as one of the most significant opportunities in Vast's portfolio.

Next anticipated updates

Confirmation of expanded production targets at Aprelevka

Updates on copper, lead and zinc exploration sites under the MoU

Announcements regarding access to or deployment of Tajikistan’s mineral investment funds

Potential new JV agreements or drilling campaigns linked to the forum discussions

These developments come directly from official announcements and CEO commentary. Tajikistan presents one of the clearest growth avenues for Vast, with the structure, support and team now in place to deliver tangible results.

For anyone who is interested in how much of a difference primary beneficiation can make, here is a good indicator of what we can be expecting:

This is the video of the small stones posted by AP (less than 1 percent of the package):

https://x.com/vast_resources/status/1915713720434430029

And this is what we can expect post primary beneficiation:

https://imgur.com/a/Ne9a71r

Now imagine thousands upon thousands of them.

I expect the sales process to realistically take 3 to 6 months, selling them in bundles of similar sizes and cuts to avoid flooding the market and to maximise returns.

Now imagine a steady flow of millions of dollars, all while Baita Plai is being reviewed under due diligence by a third party for a potential joint venture.

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Here is what we know, based entirely on RNS statements and direct interview comments from Andrew Prelea:

Over 130,000 carats of diamonds are in Vast’s physical possession, including parcels first recovered from the Marange diamond fields.

Primary beneficiation, meaning deep cleaning and sorting to maximise value, is now underway. This is being funded by the recent raise. These stones were previously unsorted and heavily coated in oxide, making visual inspection and valuation difficult.

AP confirmed in the interview that there are over 25,000 physical stones. Cleaning is now revealing stones previously classed as industrials to be of gem quality.

Initial diamond sales are due to begin within weeks, starting with higher value stones, with batches processed and sold sequentially through public or private tender in Dubai.

A new technical board has been brought in, including several competent persons. Their work is fully financed and already underway, beginning with full asset reviews across Romania and Tajikistan.

Baita Plai has been temporarily suspended to facilitate a full geological and operational review. An external party is conducting formal due diligence, with a view to a potential JV or offtake partnership. This was stated in the RNS issued 25 April 2025.

Manaila is also under review, with a relaunch scheduled for H2 2025. AP confirmed that Vast is in discussion with potential offtakers willing to fund the restart, removing the need for Vast to raise further capital.

Tajikistan continues to produce 25 to 35 kilograms of gold and 300 to 400 kilograms of silver per month. This joint venture is run in partnership with Gulf International. Vast is also exploring additional copper, lead and zinc deposits within this JV structure.

AP stated clearly that Strand Hanson approved the £2.7 million raise. As a regulated financial adviser, they would have required justifiable grounds to support it.

The placing was completed within hours. According to the CEO, this route was chosen to avoid rushing diamond sales at poor value. The company believes this approach maximises shareholder returns.

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