Arctic Security
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France 24U.S. Envoy Says Washington Needs to Rebuild Presence in Greenland
U.S. special envoy Jeff Landry stated that the United States should increase its military and economic footprint in Greenland. President Trump has cited national security concerns over potential Chinese or Russian influence on the island.
Le MondeU.S. Envoy Visits Greenland to Discuss Renewed Military Presence
U.S. special envoy to Greenland met with local leaders this week to discuss rebuilding American military facilities on the island. The visit follows earlier U.S. statements about national security interests in the Arctic territory.
washingtonpost.comU.S. Northern Command Forms Nordic Bridge Partnership for Arctic Coordination
U.S. Northern Command is establishing a new partnership called Nordic Bridge to improve coordination among U.S. military commands in the Arctic region. The initiative links NORTHCOM, NORAD, EUCOM, and U.S. Special Operations Command Europe.
The Free PressU.S. Seeks Expanded Military Access and Veto Power in Greenland
The United States is discussing changes to its military presence in Greenland that would allow forces to remain even if the territory gains independence. Officials are also seeking veto authority over major investment deals in the Arctic region.
Defense NewsDavie Defense Awarded $3.5 Billion Contract for Five Arctic Security Cutters
U.S. shipbuilder Davie Defense Inc. finalized a contract with the U.S. Coast Guard to build and deliver five Arctic Security Cutters. The vessels will be constructed at facilities in Texas and an affiliate shipyard in Helsinki, Finland. The first cutter is scheduled for delivery…
Washington ExaminerU.S. Coast Guard Finalizes $3.5 Billion Contract for Five Arctic Security Cutters
The contract with Davie Defense was finalized Wednesday after a preliminary agreement in February. Two cutters will be built in Finland and three in Texas, with the first delivery scheduled for 2028. The move follows President Donald Trump’s memorandum last October highlighting i…
BBC NewsCanada Sees Highest Military Recruitment in 30 Years
The Canadian Armed Forces enrolled more than 7,000 new members in the last fiscal year, the highest number in three decades. Confirmed applications nearly doubled year-over-year to 40,116 as of February. The increase follows higher defence spending that met the Nato 2% target and…
Financial TimesNorway Maintains Fisheries Agreement With Russia in Barents Sea
European officials have expressed concerns that Norway's continued cooperation with Russia on managing cod stocks in the Barents Sea could pose security risks. The 1975 pact allows joint scientific research, fishing industry coordination and coast guard operations in an area that…