World
Combating H.I.V. in Zambia: U.S. Considers Leveraging Mineral Access
March 16, 2026
9 views
The U.S. government is exploring using access to critical minerals as leverage to push for greater HIV/AIDS treatment and prevention in Zambia, raising concerns over ethical implications.
The United States government is considering using its influence over access to critical minerals as a bargaining chip to compel the Zambian government to improve its HIV/AIDS treatment and prevention efforts, according to officials familiar with the discussions. This controversial strategy, often referred to as
Source: The New York Times
Zambia
State Department
Metals and Minerals
United States International Relations
Africa
