Trump Needs a Plan on Ukraine’s Buried Treasure
The war in Ukraine isn’t just about safeguarding democracy or demonstrating Western resolve — it’s also about the future of the global economic order. As the Trump administration considers how to deliver on the president’s promise to bring this war to a close, it risks neglecting a critical, untapped asset: Ukraine’s immense reserves of lithium, titanium, graphite, and rare earth metals. These critical minerals are the foundation of modern industry and essential for military technology, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing. They also have the potential to transform Ukraine into an invaluable partner amid the global scramble for resources and geopolitical The post Trump Needs a Plan on Ukraine’s Buried Treasure appeared first on War on the Rocks.
The war in Ukraine isn’t just about safeguarding democracy or demonstrating Western resolve — it’s also about the future of the global economic order. As the Trump administration considers how to deliver on the president’s promise to bring this war to a close, it risks neglecting a critical, untapped asset: Ukraine’s immense reserves of lithium, titanium, graphite, and rare earth metals. These critical minerals are the foundation of modern industry and essential for military technology, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing. They also have the potential to transform Ukraine into an invaluable partner amid the global scramble for resources and geopolitical
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