Tag: Arctic Policy
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EU Struggles to Counter Potential Trump Move on Greenland: What Comes Next
Introduction: A Quiet Crisis in the Arctic European leaders are increasingly worried that former U.S. President Donald Trump might pursue his controversial idea of seizing Greenland, a territory with strategic value, vast natural resources, and a fragile environment. Yet, as rhetoric lingers, there is little sign of a concrete, coordinated plan to stop or even…
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What Greenland Locals Really Think of Trump — and Why He’s in for a Shock
What Greenlanders Really Think About Trump When a high-profile visit from a U.S. president would normally dominate headlines, the reality in Greenland is more nuanced. The arctic island’s residents don’t march in lockstep with Washington or Washington’s ever-shifting policy tones. Their views on Donald Trump reflect a mix of pragmatism, climate urgency, and a deep…
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That’s enough now: Greenland’s response to Trump’s annex threat
Context: A growing geopolitical standoff over Greenland In the latest turn of a long-running dispute, Greenland’s government has pushed back against American threats to annex the autonomous Danish territory. While Greenland enjoys home rule and significant latitude over internal affairs, its strategic position in the Arctic has drawn increasing attention from major powers, including the…