President Donald Trump has renewed discussions about acquiring Greenland as part of a broader strategy to counter China’s growing influence in the Arctic, according to analysts.
As melting ice opens new shipping lanes, the region is emerging as a key front in global trade and military competition.
The White House confirmed that the administration is actively assessing the feasibility of purchasing Greenland from Denmark, citing historical precedents for U.S. territorial acquisitions tied to national security.
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Experts say the focus is less about land expansion and more about controlling access to the Arctic Northwest Passage.
Analysts warn that China is seeking strategic footholds worldwide and could target Arctic infrastructure as shipping routes expand.
Trump’s national security strategy emphasizes keeping the Western Hemisphere free of hostile control. Greenland, analysts say, is central to that goal as Arctic competition intensifies.
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