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Better to temper expectations and avoid disappointment.

AP's , our CEO's comments carry far more weight , than a guessing machine and poster..........GLA

Not to mention, the source Marange, for 20 years, having been unearthing mostly industrial and low quality gems generally, the occasional real Gemstone of top quality few and far between.

Hence it's 7 times lower than Namibia average price per carat.

The 4C's as ASI would put are all important, not just carat size, we have zero details on that for the whole shebang.......

The four Cs of diamonds are Carat (weight), Clarity (inclusions/blemishes), Color (lack of color), and Cut (how well it's faceted), which are used to grade a diamond's quality and value.

Traditionally for many years Zimbabwe WBA/Middlesbrough and Namibia Man City/Liverpool, in terms of Premier League Diamonds.

Clearing the debt, will be a result and what the market want's to see, AP's comments in the results RNA, parcel and ALTERNATE FUNDING, to clear the debt, suggests, he's not convinced the Diamonds will do it alone either.......GLA

Based on what pricing, it's a guess, worth not a lot

Average price of ALL Namibian Diamonds sold in 2024 $650 ct , Zimbabwe $ 93 ct

7 times less...........

Namibia No1 on the African countries only scale, Zimbabwe 22nd

Does the dumbass machine, factor that lot in.........

$20-$25m will be a result, more a bonus

Based on the reality of Zimbabwe prices for the past 20 years.......GLA

The guiding principle for the new budget, worth US$2.29 billion, is to improve the day-to-day lives of the Timorese people. To that end, it foresees sizable investments in various infrastructure, including the roads and bridges programme (US$223.2 million), the electricity sector programme (US$138.6 million), the airport area (US$46.4 million), agriculture (US$43.4 million) and decentralisation (US$37.1 million).

https://macaonews.org/news/lusofonia/timor-leste-budget/

On the electricity sector programme (US$138.6 million). The Chinese built the grid and have been expanding for 100% Island coverage, already pretty close last year, so $138m quite a tidy sum. The next phase planned by PM Rauk in 2021, was the conversion of the 3 Island power stations to GAS

Which was also tied in with the Gas/LNG Imports facility (Beaco) then the Metinaro P.I.T Multi fuels. Now Import facility, appears to be back in the fold

all at Natarbora vice Beaco.

The PIT and Gas/LNG Spoken of as independent of G.S, and the conversion, to prevent the disasters that storms following covid ravaged on the Island, many without power and lots of cuts (pm promised asap, would never happen again) additionally saving millions over Islands Diesel costs currently.

Original target 2025/2026 at the time Sunrise tenders at 2030+

Always saw Chuditch as the natural first "when gas becomes available" even more so, since the change of plans from Beaco to Natarbora.

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The massive upside here at vast is, potential early debt clearance, with some free cash, that could be used to advance, REVENUE generating assets in not 1

but 3 countries......GLA

Tajikistan

Zimbabwe

Romania

They say good things come in three's....... 😉😅

Like wise AP has often talked of a return to mining in Zimbabwe , for not just Diamonds........GLA

Zimbabwe is actively working to ramp up its mining industry through significant investments, policy reforms, and a focus on beneficiation (local processing) to support its new gold-backed currency (ZiG) and achieve its economic development goals. The sector, which accounts for over 60% of exports, is projected for strong growth in the coming years.

Attracting Investment: Zimbabwe is implementing policy reforms to attract both domestic and foreign investment, including the "use it or lose it" principle for idle mining rights and the potential for a 26% government stake in new ventures. The state-owned Kuvimba Mining House is seeking $950 million to boost its gold and lithium operations.

Focus on Critical Minerals: The country is capitalizing on its vast reserves of platinum group metals (PGMs) and lithium, which are in high demand for renewable energy and electric vehicles. A ban on exporting raw lithium and chrome has spurred investment in local processing facilities, such as smelters and concentrators.

Infrastructure Development: Investments in transportation networks, energy infrastructure (including solar power plants at mines), and water management systems are crucial to facilitate efficient mining operations.

Vast already has a footprint in Romania, it too is looking to gear up its CM/REE assets

Romania Mining Sector Strategic Developments and Exploration Opportunities

Romania is emerging as a strategic player in Europe’s critical minerals supply chain. Driven by EU-wide efforts to reduce dependence on external sources, the country has taken bold steps to revive key mining operations and expand exploration activities. Recent policy and investment initiatives present timely and actionable opportunities for U.S. companies seeking to engage in Europe’s resource and energy transition. This report outlines the key mineral resources, government-backed projects, and upcoming licensing tenders relevant to potential U.S. investors and partners.

Market Overview

Romania possesses a broad portfolio of essential mineral resources such as graphite, titanium, boron, germanium, rare earth elements, magnesium, and copper. These materials support high-tech industries including automotive, aerospace, semiconductors, defense, renewable energy, and electronics. The Romanian government, in collaboration with the EU, has prioritized strategic investments and licensing mechanisms to mobilize these resources.

Trump at the white house

https://youtu.be/FXcXoytQjqA

Tajikistan’s President Rahmon Highlights U.S. Investment, Rare Earth Cooperation at White House

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyzEeuHpGxQ

AP at the Washington Ministerial Summit

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Looking good for a strong finish, could be a BLUE'tiful , day/week after all........GLA

Tajikistan’s President Rahmon Highlights U.S. Investment, Rare Earth Cooperation at White House

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyzEeuHpGxQ

Nailed it in one Malcolm

AP drip feeding, with vague bread crumbs as usual, as you say the 15/16k difference, could be a lot lower.........

That's what many are presuming the difference 15/16k are the top end cuts, for another day, as said the mystery few, that could make a real difference

to the overall sale amount........GLA

Malcolm, ASI said you can now log on to the TAGS Website with details of the 17-21st Auction, other than that, Vast have given no additional details, over the auction will (with others) contain 120,000 cts of Vast stock. Think it was also ASI that said , first day 17th none of ours in play.

The difference to original cts mentioned 15/16k , remain a mystery.........GLA

Fully expect AP to be up to his usual tricks and pump with some news flow prior to the auction, so if a shortfall, he can make a prudent alternate funding at the higher price for the usual mates he plays with, II my arse........GLA

Next RNA update, originating probably on GNW (rns relayed) news wire as most of vast's are, could come anytime and could be on a number of subjects.

Rich news flow period should now be in play.......GLA

Dubai TAGS Diamond auction 17th-21st November

AP Memoirs of a Washington Forum

Diamonds an update pre sale, more details

Tajikistan MOU catch

Tajikistan current operations , Tacob/Talco (metals) and Aprelevka (Gold/Silver)

Romania BPPM , Manalia and Blueberry/Hanes (Gold)

Even the 7 years imminent, return to mining for more Diamonds/other in Zimbabwe

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It just did, just got a last top up 408.942 shares at 0.1834p with Barclay's now wanting 0.185 on the ask.........GLA

Key Findings from Tajikistan Geological Surveys.

Diverse Mineral Wealth: Tajikistan is a mineral-rich country with over 600 documented deposits of some 50 different minerals. REEs and rare metals are a key part of this potential, and the country has 10 different types of minerals that are on the priority critical minerals lists for major global powers.

Identified Elements: Recent surveys have specifically identified the presence of:

Niobium and Tantalum: Significant deposits have been found in the Rasht Valley.

Lithium, Rubidium, and Tin: Early-stage signs of these elements have been found in the eastern highlands, including areas like Karasu, Pyron, and Rohshif.

Other REEs: More generally, elements such as lanthanum, cerium, PRASEODYMIUM, NEODYMIUM, samarium, europium, and yttrium have also been noted in various deposits.

The deposits are often found in pegmatite and skarn/greisen formations, particularly in the Central Tajikistan and Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region

Development Stage:

The HREE sector is still in an early development stage. While the presence of resources has been confirmed, comprehensive feasibility studies,

infrastructure assessments, and significant foreign capital are needed to begin commercial extraction.

That last line, very much in the AP/Taj MOU wheelhouse. 🤔