East Star Resources PlcLSE: EST

Change of Financial Year End

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30 March 2023

East Star Resources Plc

("East Star" or the "Company")

Change of Financial Year End

East Star Resources Plc (LSE:EST), which is defining mineral resources in Kazakhstan for the energy revolution, announces a change to its accounting reference date and financial year end from 30 November to 31 December. East Star's 2022 annual report (reflecting a 13-month period ended 31 December 2022 due to the change of financial year end) will be published prior to the end of April 2023. Thereafter, half-yearly and annual reports will be published each year for the six months to 30 June and 12 months to 31 December respectively.

For further information visit the Company's website at www.eaststarplc.com , or contact: 

East Star Resources Plc

Alex Walker, Chief Executive Officer

Tel: +44 (0)20 7390 0234 (via Vigo Consulting)

Peterhouse Capital Limited (Corporate Broker)

Duncan Vasey / Lucy Williams

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7469 0930

Vigo Consulting (Investor Relations)

Ben Simons / Peter Jacob

Tel: +44 (0)20 7390 0234

About East Star Resources Plc

East Star Resources is focused on the discovery and development of strategic minerals required for the energy revolution. With an initial nine licences covering 1,321.5 km² in three mineral rich districts of Kazakhstan, East Star is undertaking an intensive exploration programme, applying modern geophysics to discover minerals in levels that were not previously explored. The Company also intends to further expand its licence portfolio in Kazakhstan. East Star's management are based permanently on the ground, supported by local expertise, and joint ventures with the state mining company.

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The person who arranged for the release of this announcement was Alex Walker, CEO of the Company.