Barrick seeks fair resolution in Mali through arbitration

New York- and Toronto-listed Barrick Gold Corporation on Wednesday, December 18, confirmed that its operating entities in Mali, namely Société des Mines de Loulo SA and Société des Mines de Gounkoto SA, have submitted a request for arbitration to the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes, in accordance with the provisions of their respective Mining Conventions with the State of Mali, to address matters of disagreement regarding the Loulo-Gounkoto complex. This step reflects Barrick’s commitment to adhering to established processes for resolving disputes in a fair and transparent manner.