US EditionUkraine's parliament ratifies minerals deal with US
- On Thursday afternoon in Kyiv, Ukraine's parliament gave unanimous approval to a significant minerals agreement with the United States.
- The ratification followed extensive discussions aiming to grant Washington access to Ukraine's largely untapped minerals and strengthen bilateral ties.
- The agreement also establishes a joint U.S.-Ukraine investment fund to support Ukraine's reconstruction efforts.
- Parliament unanimously passed the agreement with 338 votes in favor, well above the 226 needed, with no opposition or abstentions; Economy Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko described it as a crucial basis for reshaping collaboration with an important strategic ally.
- This ratification marks a key step to activate the agreement, potentially deepening U.S.-Ukraine strategic cooperation and supporting reconstruction funding.
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