The survey showed how Ukrainians feel about the mineral resources agreement.

Positive expectations from the mineral resources agreement with the USA

In early May 2025, about half of Ukrainians (47%) expressed positive expectations regarding the conclusion of a mineral resources agreement with the USA. This information was disclosed by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology, as cited in

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According to the results of the sociological survey, 22% of Ukrainians expressed rather negative consequences from the agreement, while 19% believe that the agreement will have no impact on the country. Another 12% could not decide on an answer. Overall, the balance of positive and negative expectations is positive (+25% in favor of positive expectations).

The agreement between Ukraine and the USA on mineral resources

Finance Minister Yulia Sviridenko reported on the signing of an agreement between Ukraine and the USA regarding mineral resources and economic partnership. According to the agreement, an Investment Fund for the Reconstruction of Ukraine is being established, the main principles of which are attracting global investment and preserving Ukrainian ownership.

The necessary legislative changes are only specific, and the agreement must be ratified by the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine. It is important to note that the agreement provides tax guarantees and does not involve any debt obligations of Ukraine to the USA.