On March 9th local time, former U.S. President Trump stated in an interview that he expects Ukrainian President Zelensky to sign a cooperation agreement with the U.S. regarding rare earth minerals. Additionally, when discussing U.S. aid to Ukraine, Trump commented that even if the U.S. stopped its support, Ukraine might not survive regardless.
Renewed Focus on U.S.-Ukraine Mineral Agreement
Recently, discussions between the U.S. and Ukraine on cooperation in rare earth minerals have drawn attention from the public. On February 28th, Zelensky visited the White House and met with Trump. The two engaged in heated debate over granting the U.S. extraction rights to Ukraine's mineral resources but failed to reach an agreement. Trump's latest remarks suggest that an agreement might still be possible.
On March 4th, Trump stated that Ukraine has expressed willingness to advance peace negotiations in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and is ready to sign a mineral resources cooperation agreement with the U.S. Rare earth minerals are crucial strategic resources for global high-tech manufacturing and the military industry, making this potential collaboration between the U.S. and Ukraine a focal point for international attention.
Trump's Comments on Ukraine's Survival Prospects Spark Controversy
During the interview, when asked whether the cessation of U.S. aid would affect Ukraine's chances of survival, Trump straightforwardly asserted that he believes Ukraine "might not survive regardless." This statement drew significant attention, with analysts suggesting that Trump's remarks could influence U.S. policy on Ukraine and pose challenges to Ukraine's future development prospects.
Currently, U.S.-Ukraine relations remain influenced by multiple factors. Whether Ukraine can maintain stable development amid military conflict, economic pressures, and international dynamics remains to be seen.
