Western Copper & Gold Strengthens Mitsubishi Partnership

Western Copper & Gold Corp announced a further strengthening of its strategic partnership with Mitsubishi Materials Corporation. The companies entered into an amended and restated investor rights agreement, extending its terms until November 30, 2028. This extension is contingent on Mitsubishi Materials acquiring 1.2 million common shares through open market purchases, which will be non-dilutive to current shareholders and will bring Mitsubishi Materials' ownership back to approximately 5%.