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For now, these are just slogans, but it is good that such statements are being made. They can serve as a foundation for further cooperation. The key is to ensure that everything doesn’t remain just talk, as often happens in Ukraine
If we had heard such statements from the leaders of powerful nations since 1991, we wouldn’t be at war with Russia today. Every foreign investment in our land and resources is a security guarantee. Investors will be interested in protecting both Ukraine and their assets
says Kseniia Orynchak, head of the National Association of Extractive Industries The available geological data dates back to the Soviet era, so to start with, everything must be thoroughly examined before determining the commercial viability of these projects,
Producing even an intermediate product would cost US$250–300 million. Over the past five years, we have been seeking partnerships that can bring both investment and necessary technologies. Any partners who come in must have experience in development, processing, enrichment, and final product manufacturing. The US certainly has both the investment capacity and expertise
People still react negatively to the news that someone will be extracting resources on their land. We need to work from the hromada level up to higher political circles to understand how we will welcome these investors. At the local level, investors are often seen as a threat – regardless of whether they come from the US or the UK
said the head of the association This is not a quick endeavor – not because Ukraine is doing something wrong, but because it is a complex process that develops this way worldwide
explains the former head of the State Service of Geology and Subsoil We believe in a win-win strategy. Ukraine has the resources, and our partners require these materials. Together, we can develop a sustainable, high-value industry that benefits everyone,
For Ukraine, developing this sector is not just about exports — it’s about building a strong local economy that provides jobs and stability. For our international partners, it’s about securing a reliable and democratic source of these essential materials,
We have the largest lithium deposits in Europe and significant uranium reserves, which are becoming increasingly valuable as nuclear energy experiences a global resurgence,
Mining and processing CRMs in Ukraine can have a transformative effect on Ukraine's economy, providing jobs, infrastructure development and technological advancements,
I told them (Ukraine) that I want the equivalent [of] like $500 billion worth of rare earth,
Trump told Fox News in an interview aired Monday Over the past few years, the U.S. has seen a 24% reduction in CRM production,
Developing a graphite mining project in Balakhivka (Kirovohrad region), for example, requires approximately $450 million in capital expenditures,
These deposits have reserves, proven reserves,
If Russia is left alone with America, Putin with Trump, or their teams, they will receive manipulative information'
Zelenskyy will be looking to keep open lines of communication with the United States, telling The Economist yesterday We hear your concerns on stepping up for Ukraine, and we hear your concerns on stepping up for European security. We are and we will.”
Responding, UK Defense Secretary John Healey said
