Quri Resources, Inc. Acquires the Emerald Isle Copper Mines in Kingman, Arizona

MIAMI, Feb 23, 2009 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX) -- Jaime S. Gomez, CEO and President of Quri Resources, Inc. (Pink Sheets:QURI), traveled to the United States to inspect the Emerald Isle Copper Mines in Kingman, Arizona. During this trip Mr. Gomez stated, "This is a great addition to our portfolio and increases our presence in the international mining community. Acquiring copper properties in the United States mitigates any perceived political risk to our shareholders and investors. I am confident that the market on base metals will continue to recover and combined with our Gold properties we are positioned for explosive growth over the next several years."
Mr. Gomez entered into a Letter of Intent with Copper Mesa Corp. (TSX:CUX) to acquire its copper property, Emerald Isle. The property is located approximately 24km northwest of Kingman, in the Wallapai District, Mohave County, Arizona. The Emerald Isle Mine is comprised of 37 unpatented lode mining claims and 12 millsite claims. They are scheduled to close this month after due diligence is completed.