Despite the tense talks, Zelensky emphasized his willingness to sign the rare earth minerals agreement, framing it as “a crucial step toward long-term security.”
"Despite the tough discussions in Washington, we remain strategic partners," Zelensky stated. "However, we must be honest and direct with each other to truly understand our shared objectives."
We are very grateful to the United States for all the support. I’m thankful to President Trump, Congress for their bipartisan support, and American people. Ukrainians have always appreciated this support, especially during these three years of full-scale invasion. pic.twitter.com/Z9FlWjF101
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) March 1, 2025The US-Ukraine minerals deal, worth approximately $1 trillion, aims to jointly invest in Ukraine's critical minerals and other valuable resources. The agreement establishes a Reconstruction Investment Fund with joint US and Ukraine ownership. Ukraine will contribute 50% of all revenues earned from the future monetization of its natural resource assets into the fund, including minerals, oil, natural gas, and infrastructure.
Negotiations have been tense, with multiple proposals being turned down by Ukraine. The final details of the agreement are still being ironed out, and the public has relied on leaked information to understand the terms. The deal is expected to spur private sector interest in investing in Ukraine's resources and attract the necessary capital for Ukraine's reconstruction and development, according gto the Kyiv Independent.
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