Ice to Meet You, Greenland? U.S. Acquisition Attempts

Discussions about the United States acquiring Greenland have re-emerged in public discourse, particularly during the second Trump administration, highlighting the enduring strategic importance of the island. This webinar will provide crucial context to the current debate by exploring historical attempts at acquisition, analyzing the underlying strategic and economic interests driving this consideration, and examining the complex legal and sovereignty issues involved, including questions of international law and potential constitutional implications for the United States. Join us for this timely discussion to gain a deeper understanding of the historical, strategic, and legal dimensions of this fascinating topic.

Featuring: 

• Dr. Romain Chuffart, President and Managing Director, The Arctic Institute
• Alexander Gray, Senior Fellow in National Security Affairs, American Foreign Policy Counsel
• Moderator: Nitin Nainani, Judicial Law Clerk, The Southern District of Florida

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