Statement on Share Dealings

Anglo Pacific Group PLC
17 May 2002


For immediate release


                            ANGLO PACIFIC GROUP PLC

The Board of Anglo Pacific Group PLC notes dealings today involving some 21% of
the Company's issued ordinary shares. These transactions have taken place with
the knowledge of the Board who understand that the purchases were made for
investment purposes only.



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