Fiji has a long and stable history of supporting the mining industry and of encouraging international investment in this critically important aspect of the Fijian economy. Numerous companies from across the globe are active in mineral exploration and development across the Fiji Islands.

The Vatukoula gold mine, which is located just 35 km north-west of Tuvatu, has been in operation for over 90 years. Lion One Metals’ Tuvatu gold mine was commissioned in early 2024 and became the country’s second operating gold mine. The Government of Fiji has worked collaboratively with Lion One Metals to achieve this success and they continue to do so as Lion One Metals ramps up production at Tuvatu. Tuvatu is fully permitted, and in August 2022 the government extended the Tuvatu Mining lease to 2035.

Mining has a long successful history in Fiji. The country boasts an abundance of local skill sets and has a mature supply chain. Lion One benefits from these assets and in turn the Company provides strong support to the local economy, both directly through the employment of over 300 people, as well as indirectly through relationships with local suppliers, vendors, and other businesses.