Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has urged for a search for rare earth minerals following their prominence in a proposed U.S. agreement with Ukraine. Highlighting their importance in modern industries like renewable energy and technology, Lukashenko emphasized the need for Belarus to cease being geologically underdeveloped. He tasked his Deputy Prime Minister with the search, concurrently pushing for explorations for oil and gas. This interest mirrors U.S. efforts to reduce reliance on China, the leading global producer, while geopolitical dynamics remain tense amid military aid discussions with Ukraine.
Lukashenko instructed geologists in Belarus to search for rare earth minerals in light of their growing importance to global industries and the geopolitical landscape.
The rare earth minerals are limited, and Lukashenko insists Belarus should investigate its own geological potential to participate in the emerging market.
President Trump has sought to lessen U.S. dependence on China for rare earths, prominently in context of a proposed agreement with Ukraine amid military support talks.
Collection
[
|
...
]