Ann: Rincon Lithium Project - Progress Update, page-197

I have emailed Jerko if there were any additional favours needed to complete the tasks after hydrogeological queries. His response were that there were no additional favours required on behalf for the Mining Secretary Department which is positive news. What was in the discussion between the Mining Secretary Department and Argosy Minerals was progressing their process and providing any details they needed to complete that process and achieve a successful outcome. The main reason on why there was a prolonged delay in licensing is severe understaffing of the Mining Secretary Department. In addition, other candidates, like Rio Tinto, Gangfeng, Eramet, Posco, etc. have been waiting in line too after submitting EIA applications for the province. The company is also expressing frustration on the Mining Secretary Department given their exceptionally outstanding company performance.