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Senate Commerce chairman frames possible U.S. acquisition of Greenland as security, economic issue
Summary
In opening remarks at a Senate Commerce Committee hearing, the committee chairman said the question of the United States acquiring Greenland warrants discussion because of Arctic security concerns, diminished U.S. polar-capable ships, and Greenland’s rare-earth resources; no formal proposal or vote was taken.
At a hearing of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the committee chairman opened a discussion on the possibility of the United States acquiring Greenland, saying the idea — once dismissed as outlandish — must now be taken seriously because of shifting global dynamics.
The chairman said the question touches on national security and economic interests and highlighted increased Russian and Chinese activity in the Arctic. "The potential of The United States acquiring Greenland," he said, "... is a topic of interest to members on both sides of the aisle." He said Greenland's position affects transatlantic trade…
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