阿根廷外长：与美关键矿产协议并未排除中国投资

Group 1 - Argentina's Foreign Minister Pablo Kirno stated that the recent key mineral agreement with the United States does not exclude Chinese investment in Argentina's mineral sector [1][3] - The agreement aims to enhance predictability and encourage further investment from U.S. companies, which are already major investors in Argentina [1][3] - The U.S. is attempting to challenge China's dominance in the critical mineral supply chain by forming a "critical mineral trade group" and establishing price floor mechanisms for related commodities [1][3] Group 2 - The mutual trade and investment agreement with the U.S. requires approval from the Argentine Congress, although some provisions may take effect through presidential decree [3] - The U.S. has signed 11 new bilateral cooperation frameworks and memorandums with various countries, including Argentina, to solidify its position in global critical mineral diplomacy [3][4] - China is Argentina's second-largest trading partner, having invested billions in the country's energy, lithium resources, and infrastructure sectors [3][4]