China’s economic interests in the mining sector and infrastructure projects have put serious strain on relations between the Kingdom of Denmark and Greenland, who struggle to agree what types of foreign investment fall under whose jurisdiction.

Dec 18, 2018 · The vast northern expanse of Greenland needs investment, and China is willing to help – for a price.

Jun 7, 2024 · As soon as Greenland gained the right to develop its resources in 2009, China became involved with Greenland’s geostrategic location and abundance of hydrocarbon and mineral deposits. China’s rapid economic growth is one reason for its exploration into Greenland.

Oct 22, 2022 · NUUK, Greenland — Citing rising competition in the Arctic, exacerbated, in part, by China’s “increased efforts to garner influence in the region,” earlier this month, the United States announced its new Arctic strategy, and it will also be establishing an …

Jan 16, 2025 · China has also expressed interest in Greenland’s mineral wealth, but a Chinese-backed REE project stalled after Greenland banned uranium mining. Moreover, serious doubts around the economic feasibility of mineral resource extraction persist due to Greenland’s harsh environment, remoteness, lack of infrastructure, and high operating costs.

Jan 9, 2025 · “Incorporating” Greenland into the US would likely insulate Washington from the disruption of critical mineral supply chains and keep Russia and China at bay.

Mar 24, 2020 · However, what is improving China’s status in Arctic governance is the win-win strategy based on bilateral relationships established with Arctic States. In the case of …

Jan 15, 2025 · For years, the U.S. government has urged China to show "restraint" in pushing its claim on Taiwan and to drop military threats to bring the democratically governed island under its control.

Jan 10, 2025 · Donald Trump said Greenland was vital to US national security and the Panama Canal was crucial to America’s economic security. PHOTO: REUTERS. The use of force by …

Jan 5, 2022 · A newly independent and cash-strapped Greenland is at high risk of falling prey to Chinese investments that seek to sway its political positions, often referred to as “ debt-trap diplomacy.”