Greenland Parliament Advances Seabed Mining Ban Through 2029 as Trump Pushes Arctic Exploration

Highlights

• Greenland Parliament unanimously backed legislation to restrict deep sea mineral exploration and mining through December 2029, with possible two-year extensions.
• The proposed ban targets offshore seabed licenses only; onshore rare earth projects such as Tanbreez are not automatically affected.
• Denmark confirmed the September security agreement grants the U.S. no special mineral rights, limiting Washington's ability to accelerate Arctic resource access.
• Draft legislation is expected in spring 2027, with key definitions around deep sea mining boundaries and existing licenses still undecided.
• Resource tonnage figures for Greenland deposits must not be confused with commercially qualified Western supply ready for market.