Pakistan Ships Rare Earths to US After Deal with Trump, Imran Khan's PTI Questions 'Secret Deals'
The $500 million deal includes minerals vital for defense and technology, marking Pakistan's entry into the global critical minerals market, with the first shipment delivered to the US.
- Pakistan has shipped its first-ever consignment of rare earth minerals to the United States, following a deal with US Strategic Metals to explore its mineral resources.
- The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf , led by Imran Khan, has raised concerns about the deal, calling it a 'secret deal' and demanding full disclosure from the government.
- USSM described the shipment as a significant milestone in the strategic partnership between Pakistan and the United States, indicating investment plans of about $500 million for mineral processing.
- PTI Information Secretary Sheikh Waqqas Akram warned against reckless, one-sided, and secretive deals, urging the government to learn from historical mistakes regarding trade agreements.
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Pakistan sends first shipment of rare earth minerals to US: Report
As the bonhomie continues to grow between the United States (US) and Pakistan, Islamabad has shipped its first consignment of rare earth minerals to Washington, according to a media report. The shipment was done as part of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that was signed between Frontier Works Organisation (FWO) of Pakistan and the US Strategic Metals (USSM) in September. Notably, the development comes days after Pakistan Prime Minister Sh…
Pak Ships 1st Consignment Of Rare Earth Minerals To US: Report
Pakistan and the United States are entering a new phase in their economic and strategic partnership as both sides advance towards implementing an agreement for the export of rare earth minerals, Dawn reported.
Pakistan, US advance rare earth minerals deal amid PTIs secret agreement warning - The Tribune
Pakistan and the US have advanced a rare earth minerals deal, with US Strategic Metals sending the first mineral samples for processing. While the pact could boost Pakistan's economy, PTI has demanded transparency, warning against 'secret deals' that could harm national interests, Dawn reported.
Pakistan ships rare earths to US after deal with Trump, Imran Khan's PTI questions 'secret deals'
Pakistan has sent its first shipment of rare earth and critical minerals to the US, following a recent deal with an American company to develop the country’s mineral resources. The move comes after Army Chief Asim Munir showcased Pakistan’s rare earth minerals to US President Donald Trump during his Washington visit.
Pakistan ships first batch of rare earths to US, sparks outrage over secret deals
Pakistan has dispatched its first shipment of rare earth minerals to the US under a $500-million deal with an American company. The Imran Khan-led PTI has raised concerns over the secrecy of the agreements, demanding full disclosure. Critics fear such deals undermine Pakistan's sovereignty and national interest.
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