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SOCIAL INVOLVEMENT

Dia Bras recognizes that the ability to do business in any community is a privilege. Dia Bras is conscious of the importance of the role of community relations where the Company has mining activities. The Company is doing its utmost to open lines of communication with the local community to better understand local social, health and economic issues, conduct activities on each project in a responsible manner and by respecting the local culture. Dia Bras carries out a series of activities to reinforce good community relations, which is establishing a bond of cooperation with the social players in its areas of operations.

The Company received a letter of gratitude from the healthcare authority that oversees the towns and villages adjacent to our properties in the state of Chihuahua. The detailed letter expresses clearly that, as a result of our revitalization of the area’s traditional industry, the well-being of the local people has been noticeably affected. The quality and quantity of the basic amenities of life – food, housing, schooling and the provision of medical attention – have all improved in the area. Dia Bras employed some 350 local people in 2006. The Malpaso mill is 100% staffed by Mexican nationals. As Dia Bras pursues its programs of exploration and value creation, we expect to continue bringing major benefits to the local communities.

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