Navigating the global economic transformation

The normative economic consensus underpinning the world order is undergoing a seismic shift, with the United States and China locked into a great-power conflict, and carving out new geo-economic ecosystems that maximise their self-interest. This...

Usha Vance was a secret adviser in high-stakes minerals deal with Ukraine

The 39-year-old second lady is a Yale Law graduate but has no experience in national security law Usha Vance was a secret adviser on a decisive minerals deal with Ukraine this year, Jonathan Karl, a White House chronicler, claims in his upcoming...

NASA discover dark secret buried 100ft beneath Greenland ice sheet

Last year, a NASA flyover of Greenland picked up something that had been buried beneath the ice for decades. Scientist Chad Green and a team of researchers were airborne in a Gulfstream III when he snapped a picture of the seemingly barren icy...

Juneau Mayor shares tourism lessons with Greenland delegation as cruise season closes

NOTN- As Juneau wraps up another long cruise ship season, Mayor Beth Weldon says the city recently hosted a delegation from Greenland seeking advice on how to develop its own cruise tourism industry. The delegation met with Juneau officials this...

My Arctic adventure of icebergs, tattoos and tea

Greenland is in Trump's sights, putting the spotlight on cultural identity as tourism numbers surge A thunderous boom follows a piercing crack, and we scramble to the sides of the boat, all eyes scanning the endless drift of icebergs, some shaped...

Greenland’s PM looks to boost EU ties despite Trump threats

Calling the EU “a steadfast friend … during challenging times we are going through right now,” Nielsen talked up the island’s vast reserves of rare earths and critical minerals, which he said have the potential to “shift global and security...

NASA Found a Secret Military Base Buried 100 Feet Deep in Greenland’s Ice Shelf

Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story: NASA scientists have found the remains of a U.S. military base buried 100 feet below the surface of the ice in Greenland. Camp Century, as it was called, was a Cold War-era satellite for the U.S....

Eclipse Raises $4M to Accelerate Drilling and Resource Upgrade at Greenland Rare Earths Project

Eclipse Metals Limited (ASX: EPM) (Eclipse or the Company) is pleased to advise it has received firm commitments to raise $4,000,000 (before costs) via a placement to institutional, professional, and sophisticated investors (Placement). The...

Exploris seeks investors under French Judicial Recovery

The one-ship expedition line Exploris is actively seeking investors and has received two expressions of interest under French Judicial Recovery, a court-supervised process that helps restructure and rescue companies in financial difficulty. This...

Greenland Seeks Closer EU Ties Despite Trump’s Annexation Threats

Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen has called for stronger cooperation with the European Union, despite recent threats from U.S. President Donald Trump over potential annexation of the Arctic territory. Delivering the first-ever...

Greenland’s PM ready to ‘move with EU’ amid US annexation scare

Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said the island is committed to Europe but ruled out that it is “closing the door” on future cooperation with other countries – including Trump. “You have stood by us, as a friend and a partner. We...

Greenland, Prime Minister Nielsen addresses EU Parliament: “The Union is a loyal friend”

From the correspondent in Strasbourg – From the far north to the European Parliament in Strasbourg. Jens-Frederik Nielsen, 34, Prime Minister of Greenland. The first time addressing the European institutions for a Greenlandic politician is a...

Greenland is not seeking to join the EU and will not be part of the US, PM Nielsen tells Euronews

Published on 08/10/2025 - 16:28 GMT+2 Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen addressed the European Parliament for the first time ever on Wednesday and announced that the territory is not seeking to join the European Union and is...

Greenland’s leader urges EU to invest in island’s infrastructure

Greenland’s leader has thanked the European Union for being “a trusted friend” and urged the 27-nation bloc to invest in his country’s mineral resources, renewable energy, airports and internet services. In a speech to the European Parliament,...

Greenland’s PM calls for closer EU ties on strategic minerals

By Reuters October 8, 2025 69 Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen delivers a speech during a session at the European Parliament in Strasbourg. Greenland‘s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen has said his government is ready to...

Greenland Prime Minister describes ‘eventful if not dramatic year’ amid Trump threats

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Greenland's leader hails EU as trusted friend and urges investment in its minerals

BRUSSELS — Greenland’s leader on Wednesday thanked the European Union for being “a trusted friend” and urged the 27-nation bloc to invest in his country’s mineral resources, renewable energy, airports and internet services. In a speech to the...

Greenland's leader hails European Union as trusted friend and urges investment in its minerals

BRUSSELS – Greenland’s leader on Wednesday thanked the European Union for being “a trusted friend” and urged the 27-nation bloc to invest in his country’s mineral resources, renewable energy, airports and internet services. In a speech to the...

Greenland's leader thanks the EU and urges the bloc to invest in his island

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Western Development Commission wins European award for boosting creative economy

Published: Tue 14 Oct 2025, 8:34 AM THE Western Development Commission (WDC) has been honoured with a prestigious Interreg Northern Periphery and Arctic (NPA) Award in the category ‘Reaching a Critical Mass’, recognising its leadership in...