The Export-Import (EXIM) Bank of the United States on Wednesday signed a U.S.–Argentina Build the Future Framework, a pact meant to mobilize financing of up to $7 billion through 2027 to support Argentina’s development in areas such as critical minerals and energy.
The priority sectors listed by the bank include critical minerals development and processing, energy security and grid modernization, digital connectivity, and secure systems, as well as commercial space and advanced technologies.
“EXIM is moving boldly into the industries of the future. To do this, we must secure our supply chains, support American jobs, and ensure American workers, products, and expertise reach all parts of the Western Hemisphere,” EXIM Chairman John Jovanovic said in a statement. “We’re proud to enter into such an important partnership with Argentina and excited to see our two countries grow together.”…