Ukraine and U.S. cement $30B investment partnership
The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, during a conversation with journalists, revealed that the United States plans to provide Ukraine with 30 billion dollars as part of financial aid. This amount is expected to be part of the American contribution to the newly established Investment Fund for the Reconstruction of Ukraine, as reported by unian.ua.
Zelensky emphasized that the USA has already declared 15 billion dollars for 2025 and another 15 billion for 2026. However, thanks to the new fund, Ukraine might receive the entire sum this year. The president noted that Ukraine will repay its half over time - that's the agreement.
New opportunities for American business
Thanks to the signed agreement on natural resources, American businesses have the opportunity to enter the Ukrainian market for the first time. Zelensky emphasized that the agreement is beneficial for both sides as it guarantees the protection of future American investments in Ukraine. The president added that Ukraine and the USA become partners, and they will defend this cooperation with all their strength.
During a conversation with the US President, Zelensky reminded that some mineral resources are located near Pokrovsk. - Trump tells me, and this is my very serious guarantee, that Ukraine will not be attacked by Russians, Zelensky said.
Key provisions of the agreement
The agreement between the USA and Ukraine includes several key provisions:
- Full ownership and control over natural resources remain in the hands of Ukraine.
- The partnership between the USA and Ukraine is equal.
- National ownership is protected.
- No debt obligations.
On May 1, it was announced that the USA and Ukraine signed an agreement regarding mineral resources. As reported by the Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine, Yuliia Svyrydenko, Kyiv and Washington will establish the Investment Fund for the Reconstruction of Ukraine, which is aimed at attracting global investments. The Prime Minister of Ukraine, Denys Shmyhal, added that the fund will be registered in the USA, and its currency will be the hryvnia.
