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Royal Road Minerals Signs Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of the Department of Nariño, Colombia
Reinforcing Responsible Exploration and Long-Term Regional Collaboration Toronto, Ontario--(News...
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[{"type":"text","content":"Royal Road Minerals Signs Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of the Department of Nariño, ColombiaReinforcing Responsible Exploration and Long-Term Regional CollaborationToronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - March 2, 2026) - Royal Road Minerals Limited (TSXV: RYR) (OTCQB: RRDMF) (the \"Company\" or \"Royal Road\") is pleased to announce that it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (\"MoU\") with the Department of Nariño (Gobernación de Nariño), Republic of Colombia. The MoU establishes a non-binding institutional framework for cooperation aimed at advancing responsible mineral exploration, supporting the formalization of artisanal and small-scale mining, strengthening environmental stewardship and fostering constructive engagement with local communities and authorities in the Department of Nariño.Royal Road holds a portfolio of mineral titles and title applications exceeding 750km2 and covering exciting intrusion-related gold and porphyry copper districts in Nariño, including properties previously announced by the Company that demonstrate strong geological potential (see Press Releases October 18, 2016; March 16, 2017; September 26, 2017; October 2, 2019). Over several years, the Company has advanced innovative formalization initiatives in the region, working alongside communities and local organizations to encourage the transition from informal mining activities toward legal, technically supported and environmentally responsible operations.The Company recognizes the regional development initiatives being advanced by the Governor's Office of Nariño, which aim to strengthen lawful economic activity, institutional collaboration and sustainable growth across the Department. Royal Road believes that responsible mineral exploration, structured formalization processes and long-term institutional partnerships can contribute meaningfully to these broader regional objectives.The MoU provides a platform to promote responsible exploration consistent with Colombian mining and environmental law, support pathways for the formalization of artisanal and small-scale miners, encourage environmental monitoring initiatives, align exploration activities with departmental development plans and strengthen social license through structured territorial dialogue.The agreement has an initial term of ...