Argentina says new US mineral deal does not exclude Chinese investment
Minister Pablo Quirno stated a new US minerals deal will not block Chinese investment. The pact aims to boost US ties while maintaining diverse trade partners.
Argentina
AR and the United States
US have signed a reciprocal trade and investment agreement on critical minerals, with Argentina
AR officially committing to prioritize the United States
US as a trading partner for its copper, lithium, and other critical minerals. The deal was finalized on February 6, 2026, marking a significant step in securing essential supply chains for American companies and reinforcing the economic partnership between the two nations.









