Regarding the information published concerning the evaluation of the sale of Codelco's shares in Minera El Abra and Quebrada Blanca, we clarify that this information does not reflect reality.

We wish to clarify that neither the Codelco board of directors nor its president have analyzed, discussed or made any decision regarding the sale of said shares.

The focus of the board and management today is on four strategic pillars: security; maximizing surpluses for the Treasury, which implies making operations profitable while avoiding increasing debt; getting the house in order with a firm hand and transparency; and strengthening sustainability.

In the coming months, the company will carry out the process of defining its Strategic Plan, a process that will comprehensively evaluate various aspects of its management and future development, including its operational and cost structure, its project portfolio and potential asset sales, financing alternatives, and other matters relevant to achieving its long-term objectives. This process will allow the company to identify and analyze different alternatives that contribute to strengthening the Corporation's operational and financial sustainability.

Santiago, June 19, 2026

Codelco