Trump says Greenland framework includes mineral rights. What minerals does the island have?
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Donald Trump claims to have secured a framework deal regarding Greenland, including rights to its mineral resources. Greenland is believed to possess significant reserves of oil, natural gas, and critical raw materials essential for electronics, green energy, and military technologies. A 2023 survey indicates that 25 of the 34 minerals deemed "critical" by the European Commission are found there, including graphite, niobium, and titanium. While Trump has cited security concerns and Russian/Chinese influence as justification for U.S. interest, access to Greenland's resources, particularly rare earth elements, is a key motivator. Experts suggest the U.S. aims to secure these resources and block China's access. The U.S. has been strengthening ties with Greenland, reopening a consulate in 2020 in response to growing Russian and Chinese activity in the Arctic.
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