(MANILA, PHILIPPINES) – Philex Mining Corporation, one of the oldest gold and copper producers in Southeast Asia, recently garnered the Silver Anvil Award for its Annual and Sustainability Report 2018, in ceremonies held at the Manila Hotel. The company won the award for showcasing its successful rehabilitation of its former mine sites and for highlighting its commitment to right and principled mining. The Anvil Awards, now on its 55th iteration, considered to be the “Oscars” of the PR industry, is presented annually by the Public Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP) to recognize excellent PR campaigns that have impact on their target audience and society in general. On hand to receive the award for Philex were, from left to right: Kristine Navalta, Investor Relations Supervisor; Romeo Bachoco, SVP and Chief Finance Officer; and Paraluman Navarro, AVP for Corporate Finance. 30