United States and Ukraine seal historic accord on natural resource cooperation
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- The Lowdown on US-Ukraine Resource Deals: A Geopolitical Tussle
In a significant turn of events, the US and Ukraine have struck a deal over access to Ukraine's precious natural resources, with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha declaring it a "pivotal turning point."
This deal, sealed in Washington, offers US companies prime opportunities to invest in and develop Ukraine's bountiful resources, including aluminum, graphite, oil, and natural gas.
This move is perceived as crucial in bolstering the goodwill of US President Donald Trump as his administration strives to bring a halt to the ongoing conflict with Russia.
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In a statement, US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent highlighted that the agreement underscores the Trump administration's dedication to a diplomatic route centered on a self-governing, prosperous, and free Ukraine, assuring, "Any entity that has financed or supplied the Russian war machine will be barred from reaping the benefits of Ukraine's reconstruction."
Ukrainian Economic Affairs Minister Yulia Svyrydenko took to social media, expressing her conviction that alongside the US, they are creating a Fund designed to attract international investment to their nation.
During a NewsNation "town hall" on Wednesday, Trump revealed that he advised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy at the Vatican last weekend's Pope Francis' funeral, "I emphasized the importance of signing a deal."
As per the agreement, the US is granted first dibs on profits deposited into a reconstruction investment fund, jointly administered by both nations. The agreement is, in part, designed to reimburse the US for future military aid to Ukraine.
Trump expressed his contentment at a White House Cabinet meeting, stating, "We've reached an agreement where our funds are secure, allowing us to dig in and carry out our duties."
The US Government has also acknowledged Ukraine's intention to avoid any disputes with its EU membership plans.
The focus now shifts to the negotiations on a peace deal. Sybiha discussed the agreement with the EU's top diplomat, hinting at an "important milestone" in the Ukraine-US strategic partnership aimed at fortifying Ukraine's economy and security.
He informed European Commission Vice President Kaja Kallas about the deal and discussed coordinating steps ahead of major international events. "We discussed recent diplomatic efforts and the future steps towards a fair and lasting peace," Sybiha disclosed.
As the new trade deal unfolds, the strategic implications, potential outcomes, and Russian responses are expected to reshape the geopolitical landscape.
Stay informed on the US International Development Finance Corporation's (DFC) Q4 2023-Ukraine portfolio updates and the Biden administration's initiatives under the Defense Production Act Title III for lithium/rare earths – these indicators will provide insights into shifting economic countermeasures against Russia.
- The US-Ukraine resource deal, a "pivotal turning point" according to Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, offers US companies opportunities to invest in Ukraine's resources such as graphite, a move perceived as crucial in strengthening US President Donald Trump's goodwill as he aims to halt the conflict with Russia.
- In a statement, US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent assured that any entities that have financed or supplied the Russian war machine will be barred from reaping the benefits of Ukraine's reconstruction, as outlined in the agreement that grants the US first dibs on profits deposited into a jointly administered reconstruction investment fund, a part of which is designed to reimburse the US for future military aid to Ukraine.
- As the US-Ukraine trade deal unfolds, the strategic implications, potential outcomes, and Russian responses are expected to reshape the geopolitical landscape. It may be of general-news interest to stay informed on the US International Development Finance Corporation's (DFC) Q4 2023-Ukraine portfolio updates and the Biden administration's initiatives under the Defense Production Act Title III for lithium/rare earths, as these indicators will provide insights into shifting economic countermeasures against Russia.
