Trump has once again stirred fresh diplomatic tensions in the Arctic as he is pushing for the United States to take control of Greenland.

Cobalt has rapidly emerged as one of the most critical minerals in today’s global economy. It powers technologies ranging from electric vehicle (EV) batteries and smartphones to large-scale renewable energy storage.

Ukraine is often referred to as one of the most resource-rich countries in Europe, and data from the Ukrainian Geologic Survey confirms this reputation. With a vast array of mineral deposits, Ukraine holds a prominent position in the global market for a variety of strategic raw materials.