The White House has announced plans to pursue additional “historic deals” with the United States mining sector as part of a strategic effort to expand domestic production of critical minerals essential for defence, technology and industrial supply chains.

A senior official said this initiative builds on a series of landmark arrangements earlier in the year, including direct equity investments in key companies and support for new processing facilities, and that further agreements are anticipated as the administration works to secure reliable mineral supplies.

Jarrod Agen, executive director of the National Energy Dominance Council, told a conference in Washington that President Donald Trump has made critical minerals central to his economic and national security strategy, underscoring the importance of reducing dependence on foreign competitors such as China and strengthening U.S. industry’s ability to supply essential inputs like lithium, rare earths, copper and other materials.

Agencies will continue to seek out mining partnerships and transactions that support long-term supply chain resilience.

Earlier in two thousand twenty-five, the administration took equity stakes in several companies active in critical mineral extraction and processing, signalling a shift toward more direct government participation in the sector.

A notable development was the announcement that Korea Zinc will construct the first new minerals refinery in the United States in decades with Washington’s financial support, a project framed as a key step in modernising domestic refining capacity.

Agen also highlighted plans to accelerate major mining initiatives in Alaska and Arizona, including proposed large-scale copper facilities, as part of broader efforts to harness American mineral resources.

Officials said these potential agreements and investments are intended to complement longstanding executive actions aimed at streamlining permitting, promoting investment and enhancing regulatory frameworks for critical mineral production.

The administration has previously advanced executive measures to expedite reviews of mineral projects, boost financing and encourage public-private cooperation to ensure that the United States can compete globally while securing materials vital for national defence systems, infrastructure and emerging technologies.

By signalling continued engagement with private companies and international partners, the White House aims to position the United States as a leader in critical mineral supply and processing.

The emphasis on historic mining deals reflects a broader ambition to reduce external vulnerabilities, support economic growth and fortify the industrial base that underpins technological innovation and national security in the years ahead.