Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced that Ukraine and the United States are finalizing preparations to sign a strategic agreement on minerals. The deal, which could be signed within the next 24 hours, will mark a significant step toward Ukraine’s economic restoration and investment-driven development.
“As soon as all the final details are finalized, I hope within the next 24 hours, the agreement will be signed,” Shmyhal stated during a national telethon.
Equal Partnership for Strategic Development
The Ukrainian Prime Minister emphasized that the upcoming agreement represents a balanced and mutually beneficial partnership between the governments of Ukraine and the United States.
“We are already finalizing the final details with our American colleagues. This is a strategic agreement created for an investment fund, a partnership. It’s a truly equal international agreement focused on joint investments in Ukraine’s development and reconstruction,” said Shmyhal.
Agreement to Unlock Investment and Mineral Potential
The agreement is expected to lay the foundation for:
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Joint exploration and development of Ukraine’s mineral resources;
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Attraction of American capital into Ukrainian mining and processing industries;
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Integration of Ukraine into global supply chains for critical raw materials;
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Strengthening Ukraine’s role as a reliable partner in the global transition to green and digital economies.
Signing Expected in Washington
According to UNN sources, Minister of Economy Yulia Svyrydenko is currently in Washington to take part in the official signing ceremony. Talks have been underway for months, and the final agreement is said to be focused exclusively on new projects and investments rather than past assistance.
“Today Ukraine and the US may sign an agreement on minerals. Ukraine is ready,” a source close to the talks said.
