The U.S. swipes right on Ukraine
China’s dominance in global minerals sparked fears it would tighten control by accessing Ukraine’s critical resources. Brookings
Despite a 2021 raw materials pact with Ukraine, EU investments have stalled due to the need for unanimous approval from all 27 member states. Euronews
In April 2025, the U.S. and Ukraine signed a $2B deal granting U.S. access to Ukraine’s critical minerals through a 50/50 joint fund. Reuters