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UK, Zimbabwe Rekindle Ties Driven by Critical Minerals

UK, Zimbabwe Rekindle Ties Driven by Critical Minerals

The UK and Zimbabwe are becoming friends again after a long time apart.

They are doing this because both countries need minerals used in things like electric cars.

The UK is looking to get these minerals from Zimbabwe.

Before, the UK and Zimbabwe had problems because of disagreements about land.

Now, the UK wants to trade and invest money in Zimbabwe.

The UK hopes this will help both countries grow and gain access to important resources.

This is part of a bigger plan for the UK to work with African countries in new ways.

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