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Thousands Rally in Copenhagen for Greenland's Self-Governance

1/18/2026

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Greenland Marches for Autonomy

Thousands marched in Copenhagen on January 17, 2026 to support Greenland's self-governance amid U.S. President Donald Trump threatening tariffs.
Trump cites Greenland's strategic value from its mineral reserves.
A U.S. congressional delegation led by Senator Chris Coons reassured Denmark and Greenland of American support within the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
Danish military leaders dismissed fears of U.S. military action against Greenland.

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Titan Mining Advances

Titan Mining has begun the first U.S. graphite production since the 1950s in New York.
Graphite is essential for electric vehicles, military hardware, and nuclear reactors, while U.S. import reliance—especially from China—drives security concerns.
The National Defense Authorization Act now restricts sourcing from foreign adversaries to strengthen domestic supply chains.
Rita Adiani, Titan Mining CEO, said the graphite was discovered unexpectedly during zinc exploration.

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Historical Context

The Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930 raised U.S. tariffs on imports, increasing the average rate from 40% to 47%, and contributed to a 66% decline in global trade during the Great Depression. This legislation, supported by President Herbert Hoover, sparked retaliatory tariffs from other nations, highlighting the risks of protectionism, a concern echoed today with the current 25% semiconductor tariff potentially disrupting global supply chains.

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Greenland Marches for Autonomy

Thousands marched in Copenhagen on January 17, 2026 to support Greenland's self-governance amid U.S. President Donald Trump threatening tariffs.
Trump cites Greenland's strategic value from its mineral reserves.
A U.S. congressional delegation led by Senator Chris Coons reassured Denmark and Greenland of American support within the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
Danish military leaders dismissed fears of U.S. military action against Greenland.

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