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U.S. Considers Ukraine Minerals Deal Amid Africa's Rise

3/26/2025

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The U.S. is eyeing a minerals deal with Ukraine for vital resources like rare earth elements, but experts question the potential, pointing to outdated Soviet-era data. Meanwhile, Africa is stepping into the spotlight, drawing U.S. and EU investments as it becomes a crucial player in the global mineral supply chain amid rising geopolitical tensions.

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The U.S. is eyeing a minerals deal with Ukraine for vital resources like rare earth elements, but experts question the potential, pointing to outdated Soviet-era data. Meanwhile, Africa is stepping into the spotlight, drawing U.S. and EU investments as it becomes a crucial player in the global mineral supply chain amid rising geopolitical tensions.