BRIEF-Nevsun raises indicated resource tonnes 29 pct

Feb 18 (Reuters) - Nevsun Resources Ltd NSU.TO :

* Increases indicated resource tonnes by 29% and contained copper by 22%

* Total indicated mineral resource estimate of the combined bisha mining share

company property tenements has increased 29%

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