The “Battle” for Greenland
Prior to his inauguration, Donald J. Trump reiterated his proposal to purchase Greenland from the Kingdom of Denmark, an idea he first expressed during his first presidential term in 2019. Shortly after his second inauguration, the 47th President of the United States gave a phone call to the Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, persistently attempting to persuade her to relinquish or sell the island.
Beijing’s “Polar Push”: China’s Expanding Influence in the Arctic
China’s strategic ambitions have increasingly turned towards the Arctic, a region rich in resources and political significance. This shift aligns with the Nation’s broader maritime aspirations.
NATO Expansion in the Arctic and Security Challenges for Russia
The accession of Sweden and Finland to NATO became a turning point marked the fragmentation of the Arctic into two camps: Russia versus NATO. This change will decisively impact on Arctic politics including issues of security and international cooperation.