Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Congo Offers U.S. Mineral Projects Amid China Rivalry

1/15/2026

24 5

Summary

Story summary

The Democratic Republic of Congo will provide the United States with a list of mineral projects for investment, reflecting Congo's status as a major copper and cobalt producer.
The move follows a strategic partnership signed six weeks ago to counter China's dominance in copper, cobalt, lithium, and tantalum, as part of a US-brokered peace deal with Rwanda.
Louis Watum, Congo's Mines Minister, said the discussions will focus on commercial terms.

1 of 1

Story summary

The Democratic Republic of Congo will provide the United States with a list of mineral projects for investment, reflecting Congo's status as a major copper and cobalt producer.
The move follows a strategic partnership signed six weeks ago to counter China's dominance in copper, cobalt, lithium, and tantalum, as part of a US-brokered peace deal with Rwanda.
Louis Watum, Congo's Mines Minister, said the discussions will focus on commercial terms.