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US & Ukraine sign long-awaited natural resources deal

Washington, May 1 (UNI) The US has signed a deal with Ukraine on the joint exploitation of its energy and mineral resources, after months of tense negotiations, an official said.
The two countries have agreed to establish a reconstruction investment fund to spur Ukraine's economic recovery from its war with Russia.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said it showed both sides were committed to lasting peace and prosperity in Ukraine. For Kyiv, the deal is seen as essential to accessing US military aid.
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