Trump's Greenland Ambition: National Security or Hidden Treasure?
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CNBC Awaaz•19-01-2026, 13:22
Trump's Greenland Ambition: National Security or Hidden Treasure?
- •US President Donald Trump seeks control of Greenland, citing national security, and has hinted at military force if purchase fails.
- •Greenlandic and Danish leaders have rejected Trump's demands, emphasizing the island's semi-autonomous status under Denmark.
- •Greenland, the world's largest island, holds strategic importance in the Arctic for missile defense and shipping surveillance.
- •The US operates Pituffik Space Base (formerly Thule Air Base) in Greenland, crucial for missile surveillance.
- •Despite Trump's national security claim, Greenland is rich in rare earth minerals, uranium, oil, and gas, becoming more accessible due to melting ice.
Why It Matters: Trump's pursuit of Greenland, citing national security, faces rejection amid concerns over its strategic location and vast natural resources.
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