US EditionUkraine, US make 'substantial progress' on minerals deal, Kyiv says
- The United States has reduced its aid estimate to Ukraine from US$300 billion to about US$100 billion during economic negotiations, according to people familiar with the matter.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will not recognize past US military aid as loans, indicating resistance to US demands.
- Negotiations are progressing quickly, with Ukrainian officials expecting the agreement to foster economic growth and require parliamentary ratification.
- Technical talks have been described as highly productive, with a Treasury Department spokesperson expressing optimism for a conclusion soon.
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Irish TimesUS-Ukraine minerals deal hits last-minute hurdle
Agreement in doubt as Ukrainian first deputy prime minister Yulia Svyrydenko flies to Washington
War in Ukraine: We explain the memorandum of intent signed by Kiev and Washington, first step towards an agreement on Ukrainian minerals
The two countries hope to sign a text next week that has been the subject of lengthy talks. Its content is still mysterious, but it will have far-reaching consequences for Ukraine's economic future.
Ukraine and US sign memorandum on minerals
Svyrydenko wrote on her Facebook page, “Today, we have taken a step towards a joint Economic Partnership Agreement with the United States, as we signed a memorandum that testifies to the constructive joint work of our teams and the intention to conclude an agreement that will benefit our peoples.” She also revealed that preparations are underway to establish an investment fund for Ukraine’s reconstruction. The future agreement, she explained, wi…
Ukraine Says Outline of Minerals Deal Signed With US
Ukraine’s economy minister says it has signed a memorandum of intent with the United States, paving the way for a rare earth mineral agreement to be finalized next week. Yulia Svyrydenko, who is Ukraine’s first deputy prime minister and economy minister, wrote on X, “We are happy to announce the signing, with our American partners, of a memorandum of intent, which paves the way for an economic partnership agreement and the establishment of the I…
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