Silvercorp Completes Acquisition of the Tulkubash/Kyzyltash Gold Projects, Kyrgyzstan

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Silvercorp (TSX: SVM) completed the acquisition of Chaarat ZAAV CJSC for $92 million and will convert ZAAV into a joint venture company (JVC) with Kyrgyzaltyn, holding 70% and operating the JVC while Kyrgyzaltyn holds 30% free-carried.

The JVC holds the fully permitted Tulkubash/Kyzyltash gold projects and adjacent exploration licences. The JVC will apply to extend its mining licence to June 25, 2062, after which Silvercorp will pay an additional $60 million to the National Investment Agency.

Positive

• Completed acquisition for $92 million
• Operator position with 70% JVC ownership
• Holds fully permitted Tulkubash/Kyzyltash gold projects
• Potential licence extension to 2062 securing long-term operations

Negative

• Contingent additional $60 million payment upon licence extension
• Governmental approvals required to finalize JVC payments and term extensions

Trading Symbol: TSX/NYSE American: SVM

VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Silvercorp Metals Inc. (TSX: SVM) (NYSE American: SVM) ("Silvercorp" or the "Company"), further to its news release of January 20, 2026, Silvercorp is pleased to announce it has completed the acquisition of Chaarat ZAAV CJSC ("ZAAV") per the Share Purchase Agreement with Chaarat Gold Holdings Limited ("Chaarat").  The Kyrgyz government having issued a waiver of its statutory pre-emptive right and Silvercorp having made the $92 million payment to Chaarat.

Per the agreements between the parties, Silvercorp will proceed to convert ZAAV into a joint venture company ("JVC") with Kyrgyzaltyn (a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Kyrgyz Republic), with Silvercorp holding a 70% interest and being the operator of the JVC and Kyrgyzaltyn holding a 30% free-carried interest.

The JVC will apply for the agreed upon extension of the validity period of the JVC's mining license from June 25, 2032 to June 25, 2062 and Silvercorp will then make the $60 million cash payment to the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic (the "NIA"), per the Cooperation Agreement with the NIA.

ZAAV, the JVC, is a Kyrgyz corporation, holding a 100% interest in the mining license hosting the fully-permitted Tulkubash/Kyzyltash gold projects as well as surrounding exploration licenses hosting the Karator and Ishakuld gold zones located in the Tian Shan area.

King & Wood Mallesons (Beijing office) acted as lead legal counsel to Silvercorp on the transaction. For further details regarding the transaction refer to the January 20 news release which is available on SEDAR+ (www.sedarplus.ca) and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov under Silvercorp's issuer's profile.

About Silvercorp

Silvercorp is a Canadian mining company producing silver, gold, lead, and zinc with a long history of profitability and growth potential. The Company's strategy is to create shareholder value by 1) focusing on generating free cash flow from long life mines; 2) organic growth through extensive drilling for discovery; 3) ongoing merger and acquisition efforts to unlock value; and 4) long term commitment to responsible mining and ESG. For more information, please visit our website at www.silvercorpmetals.com.

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FAQ

What did Silvercorp (SVM) pay to acquire the Tulkubash/Kyzyltash assets on January 27, 2026?

Silvercorp paid $92 million to complete the acquisition. According to the company, that payment finalised purchase of Chaarat ZAAV CJSC and transferred control to Silvercorp.

What ownership stake will Silvercorp (SVM) hold in the new Kyrgyz JVC for Tulkubash/Kyzyltash?

Silvercorp will hold a 70% interest and act as operator of the JVC. According to the company, Kyrgyzaltyn will hold a 30% free-carried interest.

When will Silvercorp (SVM) make the additional $60 million payment related to the Kyrgyz acquisition?

The $60 million payment is payable after the mining licence extension to June 25, 2062. According to the company, payment follows the agreed extension and NIA cooperation terms.

Do the Tulkubash/Kyzyltash projects have permits under Silvercorp's (SVM) new JVC?

Yes, the projects are fully permitted under the JVC's mining licence. According to the company, the licence covers Tulkubash/Kyzyltash and surrounding exploration licences.

How might the licence extension to June 25, 2062 affect Silvercorp's (SVM) operations in Kyrgyzstan?

Extending the licence to 2062 would secure long-term mining rights for the JVC. According to the company, the extension triggers the $60 million NIA payment and supports long-term project planning.

Who advised Silvercorp (SVM) legally on the Tulkubash/Kyzyltash transaction?

King & Wood Mallesons (Beijing) acted as lead legal counsel for Silvercorp. According to the company, that firm advised on the share purchase and joint venture conversion.