Does the US wants to capture the Natural resources of Ukraine?

The US and its European allies are supporting, at face value, Ukraine against Russia. The NATO allies are providing Ukraine with tons of arms and ammunition, money, and other aid to fight with Russia. However, no country helps others without any self-interest or a vested interest. There is, generally, a hidden agenda behind the support.

Production: Natural Resources Ukraine

A Trillion dollar question 

Ukraine has a huge reserve of oil, natural gas, and rare earth materials, crucial for new-age technologies. These minerals are worth trillions of dollars.  

The question is, whether the US wants to capture the Natural resources of Ukraine? Is capturing natural resources the hidden agenda of the US and its NATO allies? What is the geopolitical agenda of the US and its Western allies? 

The United States' involvement in Ukraine, especially regarding its natural resources, is a complex geopolitical matter. While it's true that the U.S. has shown interest in Ukraine due to its strategic location and economic potential, particularly in sectors like energy, the narrative of "capturing" natural resources quite fits the facts though not straightforwardly.

In recent years, the U.S. has been focused on supporting Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity in the face of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. This support often includes military aid, economic assistance, and diplomatic backing. The U.S. also has a vested interest in the stability of Ukraine's economy, particularly its energy sector, which includes natural gas, coal, and agricultural products.

 Key factors in U.S. involvement 

1. Energy Resources: Ukraine has significant natural gas reserves, especially in the Black Sea region. The U.S. has encouraged energy diversification in Ukraine, particularly to reduce reliance on Russia, which historically has been a major supplier of natural gas. This is both about reducing Russian influence in the region and capturing Ukrainian resources.

2. Support for Energy Infrastructure: The U.S. has supported Ukraine's energy infrastructure, including helping with oil and gas exploration, energy efficiency programs, and investments in renewable energy. The goal is often shown to help Ukraine become more energy-independent. However, one cannot deny the hidden agenda of capturing the natural resources of Ukraine.

3. Geopolitical Strategy: From a strategic standpoint, the U.S. views Ukraine as a key buffer between Russia and Western Europe. The U.S. is keen to ensure Ukraine's success as a sovereign state, as a way of countering Russian influence. The US shows focused on political and security support to Ukraine. However, the matter of fact is that the US wants to bring Ukraine into its own influence that can easily be translated into resource extraction.

Conclusion

While various interests regarding natural resources are certainly involved, it's important to note that U.S. involvement is framed by broader geopolitical goals along with a desire to capture Ukrainian natural resources for exploitation.

Thanks, 

Jyoti Kothari 

 (Jyoti Kothari, Proprietor, Vardhaman Gems, Jaipur represents Centuries Old Tradition of Excellence in Gems and Jewelry. He is an adviser, Vardhaman Infotech, a leading IT company in Jaipur. He is also an ISO 9000 professional)