Articles by Aslak Veierud Busch

February 4, 2026

To become a true Arctic power, the US should follow the EU’s example 

Aslak Veierud Busch
Donald Trump’s sabre-rattling over Greenland has alienated allies and weakened, not strengthened, the US’ position in the Arctic. If the US is serious about solidifying its Arctic position and rebuild bridges, it should draw some lessons from the EU’s experience, argues Aslak Veierud Busch
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Aslak Veierud Busch
Postdoctoral Researcher, Vrije Universiteit Brussel

Aslak’s research focuses on Arctic geopolitics and the EU’s role in the Arctic.

He is interested in how geographic space is constructed in political discourse, imagery and popular culture, and the way in which these interact to shape geopolitical developments.

His research has been published in Geopolitics, Political Research Exchange, Foreign Policy Analysis and the Journal of International Relations and Development.

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