Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has proposed a deal with U.S. President Donald Trump, offering continued military aid in exchange for the development of Ukraine's mineral industry. In 2021, the Ukrainian mineral industry accounted for 6.1% of the country's GDP, according to official data. Highlighting the significant potential of Ukraine's mineral resources in the region under their control, Andrii Yermak, Chief of Staff to the Ukrainian President, stated, 'We really have this big potential in the territory we control.' Discussions regarding the specifics of the agreement will take place during meetings between U.S. and Ukrainian officials, with particular interest shown by U.S. companies, as noted by Ukrainian business representatives.