EU Trade Commissioner Sefcovic says he discussed critical minerals and steel with US Commerce Secretary Lutnick, and the EU and US agreed to accelerate discussions on steel derivatives
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- Also discussed cooperation on energy security with Treasury Secretary Bessent
- Discussed disruptions of fertiliser supply and the alarming situation in Africa with Bessent
- Sefcovic expects to suggest a couple of pilot projects on critical minerals very quickly
- Says he raised question of US easing sanctions on Russian oil during discussion with Bessent, understand that it will not be repeated in the future