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Northern Dynasty (NYSE American: NAK) states that on October 3, 2025 it filed a Summary Judgment Brief in Alaska Federal Court challenging the Environmental Protection Agency's veto of the Pebble project, and that the State of Alaska and local Alaska Native corporations filed briefs as well.

The PR says the brief argues the veto is illegal based on the FEIS, statutory protections for state lands, alleged speculative EPA findings, and recent Supreme Court wetlands guidance. The company says settlement talks continue and the government may respond by January 2, 2026.

Northern Dynasty Minerals (NYSE:NAK) has received the fourth tranche payment of $12 million from its royalty agreement, bringing the total investment to $48 million out of a possible $60 million. The royalty investor now has until December 31, 2025 to complete the fifth and final $12 million tranche.

The company's treasury position has strengthened with this payment, combined with several million dollars from stock options and warrants exercise, and their Q2 closing cash balance of CA$25.2 million ($18.5 million). The royalty agreement includes rights to 10% of payable gold production and 30% of payable silver production.

Northern Dynasty continues discussions with the government regarding the withdrawal of a veto while simultaneously pursuing legal action with other plaintiffs, with opening briefs due by October 3, 2025.

Northern Dynasty Minerals (NYSE:NAK) provided updates on two parallel tracks regarding the Pebble Mine project: negotiations for removal of the Obama/Biden-era veto and legal proceedings. The company reports ongoing active negotiations with government officials while pursuing legal action through summary judgment.

Judge Gleason has established a timeline for summary judgment briefings: plaintiffs' opening briefs due October 3, 2025, DOJ response by January 2, 2026, and plaintiffs' response by February 27, 2026. The case against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers remains stayed. CEO Ron Thiessen expressed optimism about negotiations while maintaining the legal strategy to ensure efficient timeline management.

Northern Dynasty Minerals (NYSE:NAK) has filed a motion for summary judgment in Federal District Court in Alaska regarding the Biden administration's veto of the Pebble Project. The company aims to expedite the legal process after unsuccessful settlement discussions with the EPA.

CEO Ron Thiessen expressed confidence that the court will find the veto unlawful, emphasizing that the Pebble Project, as the world's largest undeveloped copper project, aligns with the administration's goals for U.S. critical metals self-sufficiency and AI leadership ambitions.

Northern Dynasty Minerals (NYSE:NAK) announced ongoing negotiations with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding a potential settlement to reconsider the Pebble Mine veto. According to a July 3, 2025 EPA court filing, both parties are expected to reach an agreement within two weeks about additional information submissions, with a status report due on July 17, 2025.

CEO Ron Thiessen expressed optimism about the discussions, viewing them as the fastest path toward veto withdrawal. The company emphasizes that removing the veto would support U.S. domestic supply of critical metals like copper and rhenium, essential for electrification and military applications, while potentially generating long-term economic benefits for Alaska and the nation.

Northern Dynasty Minerals (NYSE:NAK) announced ongoing negotiations with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding a potential settlement to reconsider the Pebble Mine veto. According to a July 3, 2025 EPA court filing, both parties are expected to reach an agreement within two weeks about additional information submissions, with a status report due on July 17, 2025.

CEO Ron Thiessen stated that discussions with the EPA represent the fastest path forward for withdrawal of the veto. The company emphasizes that removing the veto would support domestic supply of critical metals like copper for electrification and rhenium for military applications, while providing economic benefits for Alaska and the United States.

Northern Dynasty Minerals (NYSE: NAK) held its 2025 Annual General Meeting on June 19, with 43% of outstanding shares voted. All nine directors were successfully elected to the Board with strong approval ratings, most receiving over 96% support. Notable results include the reappointment of Deloitte as auditor with 99.03% approval, passage of the Amended Share Option Plan with 69.60% support, approval of the Non-Employee Directors Deferred Share Unit Plan with 92.58% support, and extension of the Shareholder Rights Plan for three years with 95.05% approval. The meeting recorded significant non-votes from US beneficial holders due to Canadian Securities Regulations restrictions.

Northern Dynasty Minerals (NAK) has agreed to EPA's request for an additional 20-day abeyance until July 3, 2025, extending the pause in litigation regarding the Pebble Mine project. This follows previous 90- and 30-day abeyances requested by the EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to allow the new administration to review the case. CEO Ron Thiessen emphasized the importance of accelerating critical metals production in Alaska and the U.S., suggesting that removing the Obama/Biden era EPA veto would be more efficient than proceeding with legal action. The company views the previous administration's EPA restrictions as preemptive and illegal.

Northern Dynasty Minerals (NAK) has received the third tranche payment of $12 million under its amended royalty agreement, bringing the total investment to $36 million out of a possible $60 million. The royalty holder gains rights to an additional 2% of payable gold production and 6% of payable silver production from the Pebble Project with this payment. The agreement was further amended to extend deadlines, with the fourth tranche due by September 30, 2025, and if completed, the final tranche can be invested by December 31, 2025. The maximum royalty rates remain at 10% for gold and 30% for silver production. The extension was granted in exchange for early payment of the third tranche.