The US and Ukraine have little time left to strike a deal. This agreement will help Washington obtain a share of the revenues from Kyiv's natural resources, but does not guarantee security for Ukraine, according to a report by The New York Times reported.
According to information provided by the newspaper, the new version of the agreement discussed on Monday is more beneficial for Ukraine compared to previous drafts, but does not include the security guarantees demanded by Kyiv.
Ukraine and the US are on the verge of concluding a significant agreement on the use of mineral resources in Ukraine. President Donald Trump has indicated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy might visit Washington in the coming days to sign this agreement.
This agreement concerns the utilization of valuable and rare minerals in Ukraine. The US will assist Ukraine in developing the necessary infrastructure through investments and technology. However, some Ukrainians view this agreement as exploitative and are opposing it. The demand for security guarantees against Russian aggression by Ukraine is also being discussed.
Previously, Ukraine had rejected the US proposal to acquire 50 percent of the rights to its mineral resources. President Zelenskyy has emphasized that this agreement does not adequately protect Ukrainian interests. Kyiv is currently preparing its proposal.
The successful conclusion of the agreement could be crucial for the recovery of Ukraine's economy. However, issues of security guarantees and the protection of national interests need to be resolved.
Abdulloh Sayyid
