Intelligence Analysis: The Risks, Opportunities, and Geopolitical Impact of DRC’s Critical Minerals Deal with the U.S. & Europe
Intelligence Analyst: Evarist Chahali
Intelligence Cut-Off Date: March 6, 2025
Executive Summary
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has proposed a strategic exchange: offering the United States and Europe direct access to its vast mineral resources in return for assistance in resolving internal conflicts. This move highlights the intersection of natural resource wealth, geopolitical competition, and security challenges in Central Africa. This intelligence analysis explores this proposal's motivations, regional and global implications, and potential outcomes.