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Summary: NYT reports on outline of talks over Greenland NHK

- The US and NATO are discussing a potential deal involving Greenland, covering the entire Arctic region.
- The US may gain sovereign claim to its military bases in Greenland, similar to British bases in Cyprus.
- Negotiations, involving US Vice President Vance and Secretary of State Rubio, aim to restrict resource access for countries like Russia and China.

A: Hey Hana-chan! Did you hear about something crazy happening with Greenland?

B: Wow, Ken-san! Greenland? What’s going on?

A: Apparently, Trump – well, the article says he and NATO – are talking about a deal!

B: Seriously? A deal about Greenland? What for?

A: They're thinking about giving the US special rights to military bases there, like the UK has in Cyprus. It’s pretty unusual.

B: That *is* unusual! Is it about something important?

A: The New York Times says they want Greenland for a missile defense system called the "Golden Dome." And they want to control who can mine minerals there, too. Mostly to keep Russia and China out, I think.

B: So, it's a bit of a power move?

A: Exactly! It’s all still just ideas, though. No real agreement yet.

B: Who’s actually doing the talking?

A: The Wall Street Journal says Vice President Vance and Secretary of State Rubio will be involved in special meetings. Pretty high-level stuff!

B: Crazy! Imagine Greenland being a big deal in international politics!
Summary
US & NATO discussing a Greenland deal. Potential US claim to military bases & restricting resource access for Russia/China. Negotiations involve VP Vance & Secretary Rubio. #Greenland #Arctic #Geopolitics
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260124_N01/#summary

Date: Jan. 24, 2026

Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-01-24

Created: 2026/01/27 07:40

Updated: 2026/01/27 07:52

Last Read: 2026/01/27 07:52

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