Greenland warns Trump-linked oil firm over unauthorized drilling

An American oil company with ties to former President Donald Trump has begun unauthorized preparations for drilling in a remote region of Greenland, prompting a strong warning from the territory's government and raising concerns about a potential pretext for U.S. expansionist efforts. The company, Greenland Energy, has moved drilling equipment to Jameson Land without the required approval from Greenland's mineral resources authority, according to a statement from the government's Department of Business and Mineral Resources issued on July 30.

The dispute centers on equipment that was transported from Tasiilaq to Nerlerit Inaat, also known as Constable Point, in eastern Greenland. Authorities stated that the licence holder, White Flame Energy AS, a subsidiary of London-listed 80 Mile PLC, did not have the necessary approvals in place before initiating the operation. While the equipment was first landed in Jameson Land in September 2025 with approval, that permission had since expired. The government decided against ordering the equipment's removal, stating it would not be proportionate, but issued a strong warning that all future logistical operations must receive notification...