Greenland is the world’s largest island and, for decades, has been an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. It has its own local government that handles internal affairs, while Denmark maintains responsibility for foreign policy and defense. ([Reuters][2])
Why all the attention?
Because of its location between North America and Europe and its proximity to the Arctic, Greenland holds huge geopolitical value:
* Military operations across the North Atlantic
* Critical early-warning radar systems
* Shipping routes that may soon open more fully as ice recedes
### **Natural Resources**
Greenland sits atop potentially massive deposits of rare minerals, oil, and gas — resources increasingly important in a tech-driven global economy.
### **Arctic Power Competition**
Russia and China have dramatically increased their activity in the Arctic. Russia has emphasized its own Arctic military and resource expansion, and China has proclaimed itself a “near-Arctic state” while investing in infrastructure across the region. Greenland sits squarely amid this competition, making it a focal point for defense and trade strategies. ([Wikipédia][3])
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## **2. What Denmark Is Doing: Troop Deployments and Increased Presence**
### **New Troop Movements**
According to multiple reports:
* Denmark has sent a significant number of soldiers to key locations such as Nuuk and Kangerlussuaq. ([News.az][4])
* Roughly 100 troops are already stationed in Nuuk, with similar numbers expected elsewhere. ([News.az][4])
**Operation Arctic Endurance**
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