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US President Donald Trump has renewed focus on Greenland, emphasizing its strategic and economic importance. The Arctic island holds rare earth elements, uranium, lithium, and crucial military advantages for national security.
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New Delhi: The US stance on Greenland is once again in the news. Donald Trump stated in a recent statement that if Greenland cannot be acquired through the "easy way," then the "difficult way" could be adopted. This statement has sparked a stir in international politics. White House spokesperson Caroline Levitt has already described it as crucial to US security.
The US has long considered Greenland extremely important for its national security. Located in the Arctic Circle, this region is very close to the North Pole, making it easy to monitor activities in Russia, Europe, and Asia. The US military base in Greenland, Pituffik Space Base, plays a vital role in missile warning, space surveillance, and satellite tracking. The US believes that a strong presence there can keep a close watch on the activities of Russia and China.
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Greenland is not only strategically valuable but also economically valuable. It is reported to have large reserves of rare earth elements (REEs), uranium, lithium, cobalt, nickel, oil, and gas. America's concern, particularly regarding rare earth elements, is heightened because China controls a significant portion of these resources globally. The availability of these resources from Greenland could strengthen America's supply chain.
Climate change is melting ice in the Arctic, opening up new shipping routes. These routes could reduce both distance and cost between Asia, Europe, and the United States. These emerging routes are being called the 'Arctic Silk Road,' and control over them could impact global trade.
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In recent years, China has increased its interest in mining, research, and infrastructure in the Arctic region, while Russia has strengthened its hold through military bases and energy projects. The United States does not want China or Russia to increase their influence in this region. Given this strategic perspective, Greenland remains a top priority for the United States.
