A Resolution to Begin Trade Negotiations with the
Democratic Republic of the Congo on Lithium Exports
WHEREAS, the Democratic Republic of Congo has over a potential billion tons of
minable hard-rock lithium deposits; and
WHEREAS, lithium is a necessary component of the production of lithium batteries, a
part of modern solar panel systems; and
WHEREAS, solar panels are a key method of reducing carbon emissions and reliance
on fossil fuels; and
WHEREAS, engaging in trade of lithium would help the US prevent foreign countries
from monopolizing lithium exports; and
WHEREAS, further trade agreements can help stimulate both national and international
economic growth; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED,
that the Congress here assembled recommend trade negotiations
be started over lithium exports with the Democratic Republic of the Congo,
FURTHER RESOLVED, Congress recommends that in order to support the mining in
the DRC, $200 million dollars be given in aid to help economic industrialization there.
Respectfully submitted by Kate Wilkins, Cottonwood High School