La UE se hace fuerte en Groenlandia con un plan de inversión de 200 millones

The European Union is strengthening its ties with Greenland amid geopolitical uncertainties and concerns of annexation, according to Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission. The Union and Greenland aim for a closer relationship in these uncertain times. The EU unveiled a €200 million investment plan for the next two years in Greenland, emphasizing three key pillars: regional connectivity, renewable energy development, and rare earth elements.

The satellite connectivity project, in collaboration with the public postal and telecommunications company Tusass, aims to enhance digital connectivity across Greenland's remote settlements, schools, and businesses. The EU also supports feasibility studies for building data centers in Greenland's vast territories and expanding the Buksefjord hydroelectric power plant to meet the growing electricity demand in Nuuk.

The investment package includes support for sustainable mining activities related to Europe's industry, fostering strong, integrated, and resilient supply chains. The EU's investment in Greenland may see an increase in funding by 2027-2034, potentially doubling the community's budget dedicated to the region to €530 million. These commitments come alongside a statement signed by the EU, Greenland, and Denmark to further strengthen their bonds.