Germany: NATO should cooperate in the Arctic, not occupy territory
German Vice-Chancellor Lars Klingbeil told the United States that the principles of international law apply to everyone—even superpowers. He was responding to comments made by US President Donald Trump about the possible seizure of Greenland.
He emphasized that only Denmark and Greenland can decide on its future, and that respect for territorial integrity is a fundamental rule. He also pointed out that NATO allies should cooperate in the Arctic, not compete.
One of the key topics at the G7 summit will be access to rare minerals that are strategically important for industry and defense.
According to Klingbeil, Germany wants to intensify international cooperation so that the West is less reliant on Chinese supplies. According to data from the International Energy Agency, Beijing dominates the processing of lithium, cobalt, graphite, and copper, which increases the risks for supply chains.
(reuters, pir)