Donald Trump has renewed pressure over Greenland, citing its vast reserves of rare earths, oil, and minerals. The move aims to counter China’s dominance in strategic resources critical for AI and clean energy.
While global attention was focused on Venezuela, Donald Trump shifted his rhetoric toward Greenland, openly suggesting the United States could acquire the territory from Denmark — or take control by other means.
Greenland is believed to hold up to 25% of the world’s rare earth reserves, according to geological studies, along with significant oil and gold deposits. Rare earths are essential for modern technologies, including artificial intelligence, electric vehicles, renewable energy, and military systems.
China currently dominates the rare earth supply chain, controlling the majority of global extraction and processing. US officials view Greenland as a strategic opportunity to reduce dependence on Chinese-controlled resources, intensifying geopolitical tensions within NATO.
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