Trump makes fresh Greenland play after Xi talks as China’s Arctic ambitions loom
The Trump administration is increasing its engagement with Greenland following a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. U.S. officials view Greenland's strategic location and resources as critical to countering China's ambitions in the Arctic. Special Envoy Landry is in Greenland to strengthen ties and discuss U.S. national security interests with local leaders.
- ▪The Trump administration ramped up outreach to Greenland after Trump's summit with Xi Jinping.
- ▪Special Envoy Landry is attending the Future Greenland Conference to engage with local leaders.
- ▪U.S. officials see Greenland's mineral reserves and military significance as vital in countering Beijing's influence.
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National Security Trump makes fresh Greenland play after Xi talks as China’s Arctic ambitions loom Trump reportedly wants oversight of Greenland's mineral deals with Beijing, first reported by the Telegraph By Ashley J. DiMella Fox News Published May 19, 2026 10:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Trump eyes Greenland as key to completing Reagan’s missile defense vision Fox News correspondent Lucas Tomlinson reports on new details on why President Donald Trump wants control of Greenland on ‘Special Report.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The Trump administration ramped up its outreach to Greenland in the wake of President Donald Trump’s summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as U.S.
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