Nuuk: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is set to announce a significant increase in EU investments in Greenland, along with strengthening political relations with the Danish Arctic territory, in light of Donald Trump's assertions that Greenland should belong to the United States. According to France24.com, von der Leyen arrived in Greenland on Sunday for a two-day visit, expressing support for the governments of Greenland and Denmark, both of which have firmly rejected Trump's campaign to annex the world's largest island. As the head of the European Union's executive body, von der Leyen aims to unveil plans to invest in critical sectors such as minerals, satellite communications, and renewable energy in Greenland, which remains a semi-autonomous entity within the Danish realm. During her visit to Nuuk, Greenland's capital, von der Leyen described the investment package as "substantial," though further details were not disclosed. Greenland Premier Jens-Frederik Nielsen emphasized his countr y's desire to enhance its "close friendship and good partnership" with the EU. This visit underscores the growing geopolitical significance of the Arctic region to major powers, including the United States, Russia, China, and Europe, as the melting ice opens new shipping routes and makes mineral wealth more accessible. Von der Leyen shared her impressions on X after a scenic boat trip, noting both the breathtaking landscapes and the evident impacts of climate change on the ice sheet. "As the ice melts, a new reality is taking shape," she remarked. The situation with the US escalated when Trump, the then US president, intensified demands for American control over Greenland, arguing that Denmark, a fellow NATO member, could not adequately defend it. European officials highlighted that Greenland is part of NATO territory, thereby covered by the alliance's mutual defense pact. Additionally, the US already holds the right to increase its military presence in Greenland under an existing treaty. Tensions eased af ter discussions in Davos between Trump and NATO leader Mark Rutte, where it was agreed that the US, Denmark, and Greenland would initiate talks to resolve their differences and that NATO would enhance its role in Arctic security. However, these trilateral talks have yet to reach a resolution, and Trump reiterated his claim over Greenland at a NATO summit in Turkey in July. Although Denmark is an EU member, Greenland exited the bloc in 1985. Nonetheless, as Danish citizens, Greenlanders retain EU citizenship. The EU has historically provided funding to Greenland, primarily for fishing rights and educational support. The forthcoming package from von der Leyen is expected to not only increase funding significantly but also expand the sectors benefiting from EU financial support.