Greenland warns it may turn to China if US and EU shun mining investments
Greenland’s government is calling on the United States and European Union to step up investments in its mining sector — or risk losing influence in the Arctic to China. In an interview with the Financial Times, business and mineral resources minister Naaja Nathanielsen said the semi-autonomous Danish territory needs outside capital to diversify its economy and develop key industries like mining and tourism. While Greenland prefers Western partnerships, she warned that continued hesitation could force the government to consider Chinese investors.
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