The United States and Ukraine signed a deal to share revenue from the extraction of minerals, including rare earths, with President Trump praising it as saving America from looking foolish for funding the Ukraine War. The agreement establishes the United States-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund to invest in the Ukrainian economy and split dividends 50-50 between the two governments.
Key Points
Revenue sharing split 50-50 between Ukraine and the U.S.
Deal aims to benefit both countries economically
No debt obligation for Ukraine to the U.S.
Deal does not hinder Ukraine's potential EU membership
Pros
Establishes a revenue-sharing agreement between the United States and Ukraine
Aims to boost investment in the Ukrainian economy
Could lead to long-term benefits for both countries