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This resolution expresses support for strengthening United States-Africa partnerships in critical minerals development, recognizing the strategic importance of these minerals for national security, economic interests, and clean energy transition. The resolution highlights that sub-Saharan Africa holds 30 percent of proven critical mineral reserves and notes the current global supply chains are largely controlled by foreign entities, particularly those from China. The key provisions call for U.S. policy to diversify critical mineral sources, prevent foreign entities of concern from restricting access, and enhance partnerships with African countries. Specifically, the resolution urges the U.S. to mobilize investments in African mineral production and processing, provide technical and financial assistance to businesses, and develop a 5-year strategy to support U.S. critical minerals investors. The strategy aims to strengthen commercial diplomacy, provide financing incentives, support investment platforms, and enhance economic cooperation with African mineral-producing countries. The resolution emphasizes the importance of responsible mining practices that are environmentally sound, socioeconomically inclusive, and well-governed, while also seeking to reduce U.S. reliance on foreign mineral imports.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/179/all-info