Trump and Selenskyj: Secret raw material agreement is imminent!

The different reports show that the USA and Ukraine have reached an agreement on a raw material agreement, but the exact details of which are still unclear. The Ukrainian President confirmed that a final version of the agreement was prepared and that the Ukrainian Parliament must give its ratifying approval. The signing could soon take place in Washington, which increases the pressure on Ukraine to accompany the US specifications in order to secure economic advantages. In addition, security guarantees for Ukraine have not yet been determined.

strategic importance of raw materials

Ukraine has numerous important raw materials, including rare earths, lithium and fossil fuels. These raw materials are of strategic importance for the global economy, especially in times of geopolitical turbulence. According to BPB are about 40 percent of metal resources in areas that are currently under Russian control. This underlines the economic and geopolitical implications of raw material exploitation in Ukraine.

A common reconstruction, on which Ukraine is supposed to deposit 50 percent of future revenues from raw materials and infrastructure, is also part of the agreement. The EU had previously sought a strategic partnership with Ukraine to make itself more independent of China, but is now under the pressure of developments in US policy, which could lead to a change of course in Ukraine policy.

Overall, it can be seen that the negotiations on the raw material agreement between Ukraine and the United States not only pursue economic interests, but also immerse themselves in the geopolitical rivalry between the USA and Russia.