Vancouver, BC, March 31, 2016:  Gem International Resources Inc. has not completed the Jan. 12, 2016, appointment of Rupert Baring to the board. The company will not proceed with his appointment as a member of the board.

The company also announces that Tai Chen has resigned as a director of the company, and the board would like to thank Mr. Chen for his contribution and wishes him well in his future interests.

On behalf of the Board of Directors,
Gem International Resources Inc.

“Simon Tam”
Simon Tam, CEO and Director

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