Galiano Gold (NYSE American: GAU) set for inclusion in VanEck GDXJ ETF

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Galiano Gold Inc. reported that its shares will be added to the VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ) following the ETF’s semi-annual review. The inclusion is expected to take effect at the close of markets on March 20, 2026.

The company notes that GDXJ is a widely followed precious metals ETF providing exposure to junior and mid-tier gold and silver companies. Management believes inclusion will raise Galiano’s profile and expand access to a broader investor base as it advances its organic production plans and long-term value strategy.

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C.  20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the month of March 2026

Commission File No. 001-33580

GALIANO GOLD INC.
(Translation of registrant's name into English)

Suite 1640, 1066 West Hastings Street
Vancouver, British Columbia, V6E 3X1, Canada
(Address of principal executive office)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F

Form 20-F  [  ]  Form 40-F [X]

SUBMITTED HEREWITH

Exhibit		Description
99.1		News Release dated March 17, 2026

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

GALIANO GOLD INC.

/s/ Fausto Di Trapani

Fausto Di Trapani

Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Date: March 17, 2026

GALIANO GOLD ANNOUNCES INCLUSION IN THE GDXJ

Vancouver, British Columbia, March 17, 2026 - Galiano Gold Inc. ("Galiano" or the "Company") (TSX, NYSE American: GAU) is pleased to announce its inclusion in the VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF ("GDXJ"), following the GDXJ's most recent semi-annual review and rebalancing, with the change taking effect at the close of markets on March 20, 2026.

The GDXJ is one of the most widely followed exchange-traded funds in the precious metals sector, offering investors a way to gain exposure to a global basket of junior and mid-tier gold and silver producers, developers, and explorers.

"Inclusion in the GDXJ represents a meaningful milestone for Galiano and reflects the hard work and dedication of our team in advancing the Company," said Matt Badylak, President and CEO of Galiano Gold. "We believe Galiano's addition to the GDXJ will enhance our profile, expand access to a broader investor base as we continue our momentum, execute our organic production profile and create long-term value for our shareholder."

For more information on the GDXJ, please visit: https://www.vaneck.com/us/en/investments/junior-gold-miners-etf-gdxj.

Contact Information

Toll-Free (N. America): 1-855-246-7341

Telephone: 1-778-239-0446

Email: info@galianogold.com

About Galiano Gold Inc.

Galiano is focused on creating a sustainable business capable of value creation for all stakeholders through production, exploration and disciplined deployment of its financial resources. The Company owns and operates the Asanko Gold Mine, which is located in Ghana, West Africa. Galiano is committed to the highest standards for environmental management, social responsibility, and the health and safety of its employees and neighbouring communities. For more information, please visit www.galianogold.com.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements and information contained in this news release constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable U.S. securities laws and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws, which we refer to collectively as "forward-looking statements". Forward-looking statements are statements and information regarding possible events, conditions or results of operations that are based upon assumptions about future conditions and courses of action. All statements and information other than statements of historical fact may be forward-looking statements. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "seek", "expect", "anticipate", "budget", "plan", "estimate", "continue", "forecast", "intend", "believe", "predict", "potential", "target", "may", "could", "would", "might", "will" and similar words or phrases (including negative variations) suggesting future outcomes or statements regarding an outlook.

Forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to statements regarding the Company's expectations and timing with respect to inclusion in the GDXJ and its impact on raising the Company's profile with passive investors and enhancing trading liquidity.

Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements. The Company believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, but no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct and you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements contained herein. Furthermore, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements included in, or incorporated by reference in, this news release if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as otherwise required by applicable law.

FAQ

What did Galiano Gold Inc. (GAU) announce in this 6-K filing?

Galiano Gold announced its inclusion in the VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ). The company stated that the ETF addition follows GDXJ’s semi-annual review and rebalancing, with the change becoming effective at the close of markets on March 20, 2026.

When will Galiano Gold (GAU) be added to the GDXJ ETF?

Galiano Gold’s inclusion in the GDXJ ETF becomes effective at the close of markets on March 20, 2026. This timing follows the ETF’s most recent semi-annual index review and rebalancing, after which Galiano will join a basket of junior and mid-tier gold and silver companies.

What is the GDXJ ETF mentioned by Galiano Gold (GAU)?

The GDXJ is the VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF focused on precious metals companies. It provides investors exposure to a global basket of junior and mid-tier gold and silver producers, developers, and explorers, and is described as one of the sector’s most widely followed exchange-traded funds.

How does Galiano Gold (GAU) view its inclusion in the GDXJ ETF?

Galiano’s CEO describes inclusion in GDXJ as a meaningful milestone for the company. Management believes joining the ETF will enhance the company’s profile, broaden access to a wider investor base, and support its efforts to execute its organic production profile and create long-term shareholder value.

What does Galiano Gold Inc. (GAU) say about its business focus?

Galiano Gold focuses on creating a sustainable, value-generating gold business. The company owns and operates the Asanko Gold Mine in Ghana and emphasizes production, exploration, disciplined use of financial resources, and strong commitments to environmental management, social responsibility, and employee and community health and safety.

What forward-looking statements does Galiano Gold (GAU) highlight in this release?

Galiano identifies forward-looking statements about its GDXJ inclusion and related impacts. These include expectations and timing of ETF inclusion and potential effects on its profile with passive investors and trading liquidity, all subject to risks, uncertainties, and factors that could cause actual results to differ materially.

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