US and Zambia Clash Over Copper Access and Data Rules
US offered $2B in health aid over 5 years, but Zambia rejected terms on data sharing and mineral access.
US ambassador accused Zambia of ignoring efforts amid anti-corruption concerns; Zambian minister denied the claims.
Zambia rejects data-sharing provisions it claims violate citizens' rights and refuses US mining preferential treatment.
US competes with other nations for copper access, while Zambia insists no single partner will get preferential treatment.
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