Expanding the runway towards independence

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Greenland's first civilian transatlantic airport is expected to boost tourism and contribute to the country's goal of independence, according to Carina Ren, Associate Professor at Aalborg University and head of AAU Arctic. The airport, along with new tourism legislation, is part of a broader strategy to increase tourism to 40% of Greenland's exports by 2035. However, Ms Ren notes that there are concerns about the potential impact of tourism on local society and the environment. "There is great uncertainty linked to the direction and cadence of development at what many see as a crucial crossroads," she says. (Summary provided by Infomedia). Sources:Ein Presswire, 18-02-2025