Atlantic Council Proposes US-Allied Strategy for Greenland

Following diplomatic tensions in January 2026 regarding US rhetoric on acquiring Greenland, the Atlantic Council has released a strategic paper outlining a cooperative path forward for the United States, Denmark, and Greenland. The report advocates for a "Defend, Deny, Deepen, and Develop" framework to address security challenges posed by Russia and China while leveraging Greenland's critical mineral resources. Key recommendations include investing in homeland defense infrastructure like Pituffik Space Base, implementing investment screening to block adversary access, and expanding NATO's Arctic presence through permanent operations. The strategy also suggests financial incentives, such as designating Greenland as a domestic supply source under the US Defense Production Act, to stimulate economic development. This approach aims to strengthen transatlantic ties, enhance US national security, and ensure stable resource supplies for technology and defense industries, aligning with recent US National Security and Defense Strategies.