TORONTO, ONTARIO–(Marketwire - Feb. 16, 2010) - Lundin Mining Corporation (“Lundin Mining” or the “Company”) (TSX:LUN)(OMX:LUMI) today reported that underground mining employees at the Neves-Corvo copper mine in Portugal commenced a program of two-hour strikes at the beginning of each shift. The employees are demanding salary increases in the order of 17% on base pay. Management has rejected the request and every endeavour will be made to reduce the effect of the action.

Commenting on the situation, Mr. Joao Carrelo, the Company’s Chief Operating Officer said, “We are disappointed with the action by a section of our employees who were last month granted increases well in excess of inflation and well above the national average. Our employees already earn more than double the national average salary with a full suite of benefits and we have in recent years granted extraordinary bonuses in recognition of high metal prices.

“Neves-Corvo is a long-life asset and we propose to resolve this based on ensuring long-term competitiveness of the mine and its position as a major contributor to the regional and national economy,” Mr. Carrelo said.

Management intends to continue concentrate production utilising run-of-mine ore and on-surface stockpiles. The amount of production that may be lost is currently being assessed and will depend upon a number of factors, including the duration of the action.

About Lundin Mining

Lundin Mining Corporation (“Lundin”, “Lundin Mining” or the “Company”) is a diversified base metals mining company with operations in Portugal, Sweden, Spain and Ireland, producing copper, zinc, lead and nickel. In addition, Lundin Mining holds a development project pipeline which includes expansion projects at its Zinkgruvan and Neves‐Corvo mines along with its equity stake in the world class Tenke Fungurume copper/cobalt project in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

On Behalf of the Board,

Phil Wright, President and CEO

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