The United States and Ukraine have signed a landmark agreement aimed at rebuilding Ukraine’s war-ravaged economy and securing its long-term prosperity.
Announced on Thursday, the deal—finalised on April 30—marks a new phase in US-Ukraine relations, with the Trump administration describing it as a “fully collaborative partnership” that offers mutual economic benefits.
According to the White House, the agreement signifies America’s direct investment in Ukraine’s future as a sovereign, peaceful, and stable nation, following years of conflict caused by Russia’s full-scale invasion.
A central feature of the deal is the creation of a dedicated fund that will receive 50% of royalties, licence fees, and related payments from natural resource ventures within Ukraine. These revenues will be reinvested in new projects across the country, with the aim of driving economic growth, creating jobs, and advancing critical development goals.
The fund will be overseen by a six-member board, evenly split between American and Ukrainian representatives. This body will be responsible for key decisions around investments and the distribution of resources.
Crucially, the agreement grants the United States the first right of refusal on all natural resource projects, including those involving minerals, hydrocarbons, and infrastructure, ensuring Washington a strategic role in Ukraine’s economic recovery.
To support implementation, the U.S. Treasury and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) will work with Ukrainian counterparts to finalise governance structures. The DFC will also coordinate with Ukraine’s State Organisation Agency for Public-Private Partnership Support.
“This partnership sends a strong message to Russia – the United States has skin in the game and is committed to Ukraine’s long-term success,” the White House said in its statement.
The agreement is seen as both a geopolitical signal and a practical step to accelerate Ukraine’s post-war recovery and attract broader international investment.
