Europe's Arctic Ambitions: A New Chapter for Greenland The EU Commission's recent visit by President Ursula von der Leyen has generated considerable attention, particularly in light of US President Donald Trump's claims of control over Greenland.
The story runs deeper than a direct challenge to Washington's assertions, however – it speaks to a broader pattern of European efforts to reassert its presence in the Arctic region.
Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, has long been coveted for its rich natural resources.