Why Trump Wants to Buy Greenland: Resources, Power & Strategy

Why would a US president want to buy Greenland? In this episode of the Market Maker Podcast, Anthony Cheung and Piers Curran unpack the real story behind Trump’s controversial push and it’s far deeper than most headlines suggest.You’ll learn:Why Greenland is a military and surveillance goldmineThe untapped rare earth minerals and their role in AI and EVsHow China dominates the supply chain and why the US wants to catch upThe $2–$4 trillion resource potential hidden beneath the iceTrump’s strategic use of tariffs, timing, and the art of the dealWhat this move means for US elections, Europe, and global power shiftsFrom missile defense to minerals to midterms, this is one of the boldest plays on the world stage right now.Subscribe and follow for more episodes breaking down markets, politics, and power plays shaping our world.(00:00) Intro – Why Greenland?(02:44) National Security & The Golden Dome(05:05) The GIUK Gap Explained(08:21) Rare Earths 101(13:12) China’s Rare Earth Dominance(14:27) Greenland's Mineral Reserves(16:37) Oil, Water & Hydropower Value(21:02) Is Greenland for Sale?(24:39) Trump's Deal Structure(27:25) New Arctic Shipping Routes(29:01) Political Strategy & Midterms(31:25) Defense Jobs & Voter Optics(33:36) Race Against the Clock(34:45) National Security Framing(35:40) Corporate Pressure in Europe(37:07) Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up