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Donald Trump's renewed interest in Greenland's critical mineral resources, essential for the green energy transition, has raised concerns about potential exploitation. A 2023 study revealed that Greenland holds significant quantities of rare earth oxides, crucial for reducing U.S. dependence on China, which dominates global processing. However, experts caution that the region's lack of infrastructure makes large-scale mining both costly and logistically challenging, suggesting Trump's motivations may extend beyond mineral extraction to geopolitical strategy.