Zelensky Urges Western Investment in Ukraine's Rare Earth Resources

The Ukrainian president proposes partnerships on mineral development while signaling readiness for talks with Trump and Putin.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on Western allies to invest in Ukraine's vast reserves of rare earth minerals, including titanium and uranium, emphasizing mutual economic benefits.
Zelensky stated that Ukraine's mineral wealth could generate trillions of dollars and stressed that these resources would only be developed through strategic partnerships, not unregulated access.
The United States, under President Donald Trump, has shown interest in securing rare earth resources from Ukraine in exchange for continued military aid, with discussions on a potential deal underway.
Zelensky highlighted Ukraine's potential to become a European hub for liquefied natural gas (LNG) storage and distribution, with plans for U.S.-Ukraine contracts being explored.
Trump has indicated plans to meet with Zelensky and possibly Russian President Vladimir Putin next week to discuss the ongoing war and potential resolutions.