Tristan Pascall sees an opportunity to discuss the company's contribution to Panama's economy ahead of the May election.

In January, the company's mine operations generated 329,934 silver-equivalent ounces.

The Panama copper mine accounted for about 40% of First Quantum's revenue and its closure led to a near-halving of the company's market value.

The life of the project has increased by two years, the silver production has increased almost 3 million oz., and the gold production has more than doubled.

The most liquid notes due in 2031 climbed $0.15 to $0.94 since hitting a low in November.

The firm produced 264,251 metric tons of copper over the quarter, down 2% from a year earlier.

The miner said selling the copper concentrate is the best alternative to generate resources to cover the costs.