greenland's rare earth minerals (rees) are among its most strategically significant resources, drawing interest from global powers due to their critical role in modern technologies and defense systems. heres a deeper dive: what are rare earth minerals? rare earth elements are a group of 17 metals, including neodymium, praseodymium, dysprosium, and terbium. they are essential in manufacturing advanced technologies such as:  electronics: smartphones, computers, and flat-screen displays.  green energy: wind turbines, solar panels, and electric vehicle (ev) batteries.  defense: missile guidance systems, fighter jets, and radar systems.  other technologies: medical imaging, satellites, and high-performance magnets. greenlands deposits greenland is home to some of the largest untapped deposits of rare earth elements in the world. key areas of interest include:  kvanefjeld project: located in southern greenland, this site contains significant deposits of rare earths, uranium, and zinc. its considered one of the worlds most promising ree projects, with an estimated 1 billion tons of ore reserves.  ilimaussaq complex: another major deposit, rich in critical elements like neodymium, used in permanent magnets for evs and wind turbines. strategic importance  global supply chain dominance  the rare earth market is dominated by china, which controls over 70% of global production. this monopoly poses a strategic vulnerability for countries like the u.s., heavily reliant on imports for both civilian and military applications. greenlands reserves could diversify supply chains and reduce dependence on china.
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