Hi *******,

"..My question is.does this mean the company cannot continue it's announced
buyback program of the stock also till then,.."

Yes, it is confirmed; Pursuant to the following:

"..In addition, consistent with applicable securities laws and Patriot's insider-trading policy, the company's directors, officers, employees and consultants who have knowledge of the terms of settlement are restricted from trading in PTSC shares until after the company's quarterly financial reports are publicly filed next April.."

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Regards,

Ken AuYeung, Hawk Associates Inc.