Hot Chili Expands La Verde Copper-Gold Discovery Amid Strategic Funding Push

• Phase-one drilling at La Verde confirms extensive copper-gold mineralisation over 1 km by 750 m
• Multiple higher-grade mineralisation centres identified, with drilling open at depth and laterally
• Strategic partnering process underway to secure funding for Costa Copper-Gold, Fuego, and Huasco Water projects
• Company reports A$5.2 million cash on hand, no debt, and expects A$2 million in government VAT reimbursements