DEUTSCHE WELLE:
Key Insights into the Minerals Deal by Pavlo Verkhniatskyi

Published on Deutsche Welle

The Agreement between the Government of Ukraine and the Government of the United States of America to establish the American-Ukrainian Investment Fund for Reconstruction lays down the framework for further cooperation in the critical minerals sector and serves as the basis for further agreements and treaties.

As an expert in the field of strategic intelligence and supply chain security, based on Fincord-Polytech Science Park’s research into critical minerals, Pavlo Verkhniatskyi discussed the key aspects of the long-anticipated minerals deal between the United States and Ukraine in a series of interviews for Deutsche Welle.

Pavlo Verkhniatskyi emphasized the importance of thorough preparation for companies seeking to enter the sector, including understanding the operating environment, assessing the scale of critical mineral deposits, and identifying relevant Ukrainian partners that currently hold the necessary licenses. He highlighted the agreement’s value as a framework for prospective foreign partners and discussed key considerations related to security, investor confidence, and risk management.

Watch the full interview below for deeper insights:

Pavlo Verkhniatskyi also told Deutsche Welle about the prospects and features of titanium and lithium mining, relevant technologies and infrastructure in Ukraine, and the issues of deposits on the temporary occupied territories. During the interview, he highlighted ways to reduce the West’s dependence on raw materials from China. Pavlo also emphasized the importance of involving professional organizations in the development of these projects and effective process management.

Pavlo Verkhniatskyi’s full first interview with Deutsche Welle can be watched here: