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During a subsequent discussion, analysts dissected the rationale behind Trump's renewed interest in Greenland, suggesting that national security concerns and access to rare earth materials could be driving factors. This perspective links to broader themes in U.S.-China relations, particularly regarding resource control in the face of an ongoing trade war.
Former Governor Kasich expressed that while U.S. dependency on foreign entities for rare earth materials poses risks, particularly if relations with China worsen, the reaction to such threats shouldn't involve flamboyant claims of acquisition. Instead, it should focus on diplomacy and cooperation with allies like Denmark to secure access to these resources without outright confrontation or undermining cooperative international frameworks.