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As US ties fray, Europe plans first undersea cable link to Greenland

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Briefings

The European Union plans to launch the first subsea Internet cable directly connecting Europe to Greenland, marking a strategic shift in Arctic connectivity. This Pan-Arctic Cable project aims to bypass the United States, potentially linking with Canada and Asia. Elisabeth Braw, a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, noted that while the project was once considered commercially unattractive, its current consideration signals a broader trend in European maritime strategy.

Key points

• The European Union plans to launch the first subsea Internet cable directly connecting Europe to Greenland.
• Elisabeth Braw, a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, stated that the project's consideration reflects a broader trend in European maritime strategy.

Context

The Pan-Arctic Cable project is a European Union flagship initiative, described in a joint communication published on October 20, 2026. It aims to create a sovereign, secure, and resilient submarine cable connection linking Greenland directly to the EU, with potential expansion toward Asia.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a policy document and a single quote from Elisabeth Braw. No specific dates for the cable's launch or completion are provided. The article does not contain data on costs, technical specifications, or operational timelines.

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