The European Union announced a €200 million investment package for Greenland on Monday as part of efforts to strengthen ties with the Arctic territory amid ongoing pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump for American control.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled the EU-Greenland Partnership Package during the second day of a two-day visit to Nuuk. The funds, to be spent this year and in 2027, target critical raw materials, renewable energy, satellite communications, digital connectivity, and other sectors including education, fisheries, housing, and sustainable tourism.

Von der Leyen described the package as a demonstration of EU commitment, stating that Greenland can count on the bloc. She signed a joint declaration with Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen and Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen reinforcing the partnership.

The move comes as Trump has repeatedly argued that Greenland should fall under U.S. control for national security reasons, noting Denmark's limited ability to defend the vast island. Greenland and Denmark have rejected any transfer of sovereignty, with von der Leyen affirming that territorial integrity remains a fundamental principle.

Greenland, a semi-autonomous part of Denmark, holds significant deposits of critical minerals essential for technology and clean energy. The EU package builds on existing support and follows a proposal to more than double long-term EU funding for the territory to €530 million from 2028 to 2034.

The announcement highlights growing geopolitical interest in the Arctic, where melting ice has opened new opportunities for resource development and strategic positioning. Other nations, including Canada, France, and Norway, have also expanded diplomatic presence in Nuuk.

Greenland's economy stands to benefit substantially from the investment, which represents a notable share of its annual GDP. Officials emphasized cooperation on projects that deliver tangible results for local communities while advancing EU strategic goals in the region.