Trump Promises 'Massive' Greenland Resource Push After New Defence Pact

Following the US‑Denmark‑Greenland defence agreement signed last month, President Donald Trump announced a "massive" oil, gas and mineral exploration programme in Greenland, calling the island "our new and beautiful Greenland."

He said the plan would open the Arctic island to foreign investment, hinting at a new era of resource development.

The announcement came after the security pact, which Trump has framed as turning the remote outpost into a backyard for big‑budget projects.

Critics note the logistical challenges of operating in the Arctic and warn about environmental risks, but the administration says the defence agreement provides a security umbrella.

Analysts say any influx of investment could bring jobs and infrastructure, though the environmental debate remains heated.

Trump added that the resources would be tapped responsibly, mixing policy with his characteristic bravado.