Turquoise Hill Announces Results of Voting for Directors

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On May 12, 2021, Turquoise Hill Resources Ltd. (TSX:TRQ, NYSE:TRQ) announced the election results of its management proxy circular dated March 26, 2021. All seven management nominees were elected as directors during the annual shareholders meeting. Notable voting results included George Burns with 88.96% votes for and R. Peter Gillin with 80.71%. The full voting results will be filed on SEDAR. Turquoise Hill is primarily engaged in the operation and development of the Oyu Tolgoi copper-gold mine in Mongolia, where it holds a 66% interest.

Positive

• All seven management nominees were elected as directors, indicating strong support from shareholders.
• High percentage of votes for key nominees, such as George Burns (88.96%) and Steve Thibeault (89.69%), reflects confidence in leadership.

Negative

• R. Peter Gillin received only 80.71% of votes, suggesting some shareholder dissent.

MONTREAL, May 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Turquoise Hill Resources Ltd. (TSX:TRQ) (NYSE:TRQ) ("Turquoise Hill" or the "Company") today announced that the nominees set forth in its management proxy circular dated March 26, 2021 were elected as directors of Turquoise Hill. The detailed results of the vote for the election of directors held at the annual meeting of shareholders, which took place on May 12, 2021, are set out below.

Election of Directors

According to votes received, each of the following seven management nominees was elected as a director of Turquoise Hill to hold office until the Company's next annual meeting of shareholders or until the director's successor is elected or appointed, with the following results:

Name of Nominee	Votes For	% For	Votes Withheld	% Withheld
George Burns	143,281,680	88.96%	17,775,025	11.04%
R. Peter Gillin	129,988,745	80.71%	31,067,960	19.29%
Alfred P. Grigg	133,864,450	83.12%	27,192,255	16.88%
Stephen Jones	135,542,923	84.16%	25,513,782	15.84%
Russel C. Robertson	133,868,003	83.12%	27,188,702	16.88%
Maryse Saint-Laurent	134,154,570	83.30%	26,902,135	16.70%
Steve Thibeault	144,452,375	89.69%	16,604,330	10.31%

Final results on all matters voted on at the annual meeting of shareholders will be filed on SEDAR.

About Turquoise Hill Resources

Turquoise Hill is an international mining company focused on the operation and continued development of the Oyu Tolgoi copper-gold mine in Mongolia, which is the Company's principal and only material mineral resource property. Turquoise Hill's ownership of the Oyu Tolgoi mine is held through a 66% interest in Oyu Tolgoi LLC (Oyu Tolgoi); Erdenes Oyu Tolgoi LLC (Erdenes), a Mongolian state-owned entity, holds the remaining 34% interest.

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SOURCE TURQUOISE HILL RESOURCES LTD

FAQ

What were the election results for Turquoise Hill Resources on May 12, 2021?

All seven management nominees were elected as directors, with George Burns receiving the highest support at 88.96%.

What is the stock symbol for Turquoise Hill Resources?

The stock symbols for Turquoise Hill Resources are TSX:TRQ and NYSE:TRQ.

What is Turquoise Hill's primary operational focus?

Turquoise Hill focuses on the operation and development of the Oyu Tolgoi copper-gold mine in Mongolia.

Who received the lowest support during the board election at Turquoise Hill?

R. Peter Gillin received 80.71% of votes, indicating the lowest level of support among the nominees.