17755 (2026). Steve Abel to the Minister for Resources

Written Question

Published date: 03 Jun 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	17755 (2026)
Question asked:	28 Apr 2026
Member asking:	Steve Abel
Portfolio:	Minister for Resources
Minister replying:	Hon Shane Jones
Answer received:	26 May 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_17755_2026
Document guid:	ddcd120e-f331-4690-b388-f260ec9dde09

17755 (2026). Steve Abel to the Minister for Resources: What is the quantum of investment, if any, being sought from the United States under the proposed critical minerals framework?

Hon Shane Jones: The draft Framework does not specify particular investments or value of investments. The draft Framework is non-binding and is designed to facilitate further cooperation.