US-Ukraine Deal Features Implicit Economic Security Guarantee According to Treasury Secretary Bessent

Implicit Economic Security Guarantee in US-Ukraine Deal

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that a U.S.-Ukraine deal, involving strategic minerals, energy, and state-owned enterprises, has an implicit economic security guarantee. This arrangement is part of President Trump's strategic peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Bessent described the partnership as essential for enabling Ukraine to return to a peaceful existence.

Strategic Partnership and Economic Security

• Bessent emphasized, "The first part of this is a partnership between Ukraine and the U.S. that involves strategic minerals and energy. We are looking forward to strengthening this collaboration."
• He elaborated that the deal includes an implicit guarantee through significant U.S. investments in Ukraine’s economic future, which he termed an economic security guarantee.
• Bessent stated, "The more U.S. assets present in Ukraine, the greater the security it creates for the Ukrainian populace, thereby enhancing returns for U.S. taxpayers."

Meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky

Last week, Bessent met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who affirmed the importance of collective security measures, stating, "Moscow and its allies cannot gain control over Ukraine; we must collaborate across the free world."

Future of US-Ukraine Relations

Reports suggest U.S. officials are pursuing proposals to acquire substantial revenue from Ukrainian natural resources and infrastructure, ensuring mutual benefits as the geopolitical landscape evolves.