US-Ukraine and US-Russia Mineral Project Talks

Ukraine and the United States are in consultations to finalize an agreement on critical minerals, with Ukraine ensuring it aligns with its national interests and enhances security infrastructure. Meanwhile, Russia and the US are reportedly in early discussions about joint ventures in rare earth metals projects in Russia, as part of broader diplomatic talks to improve bilateral relations. These discussions reflect a mutual interest in leveraging Russia's significant untapped reserves of rare earth metals, crucial for modern technologies. Concurrently, geopolitical uncertainties have driven gold prices to a record high, with central banks increasing gold purchases to diversify away from the US dollar, highlighting the precious metal's role as a safe haven during economic turbulence.