Trump Administration Secures Ukraine Mineral Deal, Creating Fund to Rebuild Economy With Global Investment

The Trump administration finalized an agreement with Ukraine that gives the U.S. access to the country’s mineral resources, according to The Wall Street Journal. The deal is part of a broader strategy to aid Ukraine’s reconstruction and deter further Russian attacks. The agreement establishes the United States-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund, a jointly managed, tax- and tariff-free fund to channel new military aid into Ukraine’s economy while attracting global investment. Ukraine will retain control over its minerals, contributing through newly issued licenses. The deal follows a tense period in U.S.-Ukraine relations, culminating in a one-on-one meeting between Trump and Zelensky at the Vatican.