U.S.-Ukraine mineral deal stirs sovereignty concerns
The U.S. plans another agreement with Ukraine concerning mineral resources. This could increase American rights in the country.
What do you need to know?
- The U.S. is aiming for a new agreement with Ukraine concerning access to mineral resources, intended to increase their rights compared to previous proposals.
- Talks include issues of ownership and control over a joint investment fund and potential U.S. ownership in Ukrainian nuclear power plants.
- Negotiations are causing concern among Ukrainian circles who fear for the sovereignty of the strategic sector.
What are the USA's plans for Ukraine?
According to the "Financial Times," the United States plans a new agreement with Ukraine concerning access to mineral resources. The goal is to increase American rights compared to previous proposals, which did not materialize due to the conflict between the presidents of both countries. The "Financial Times" emphasizes that the talks also include issues of ownership and control over a joint investment fund.
What did President Trump say?
President Donald Trump, in his speech at the White House, noted that the U.S. is interested in signing agreements concerning rare earth metals and minerals worldwide, and Ukraine is particularly important. "We’re doing very well with regard to Ukraine and Russia. And one of the things we are doing is signing a deal very shortly with respect to rare earths with Ukraine," Trump declared, without giving details.
What are the reactions in Ukraine?
Negotiations with Washington have raised concerns among Ukrainian circles. Opposition deputy Inna Sovsun expressed her worries on social media, writing: "Since when does surrendering a strategic sector to a foreign country equal security? Sounds more like a takeover than protection." The "Financial Times" emphasizes that these concerns are widely shared in Ukrainian society.
