
Sune Rasmussen
WSJ reporter explaining the challenges of mining in Greenland and its global implications.
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Mar 20, 2025 • 20min
Greenland Has Tons of Minerals. So Where Are All the Miners?
Sune Rasmussen, a WSJ reporter, discusses the untapped mineral wealth of Greenland and the complex reasons why mining efforts have stalled. He explores the intricate balance between economic potential and environmental concerns, highlighting indigenous resistance to resource extraction. Rasmussen also dives into the geopolitics surrounding Greenland's mineral resources and how they could reshape global supply chains. With local communities grappling with mining's socio-economic implications, this conversation sheds light on a pivotal yet contentious frontier in mining.

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Sep 18, 2024 • 22min
A Cocaine Kingpin and the Rise of Drug Violence in Europe
Sune Rasmussen, a WSJ reporter, dives into the dark world of organized crime and the rise of drug kingpin Ridouan Taghi. He discusses the shocking assassination of journalist Peter de Vries, revealing links to Taghi’s criminal empire. The conversation highlights the alarming surge in gang violence across Europe, particularly in the Netherlands, once known for its lenient drug policies. They explore Taghi's brutal rise to power, his high-stakes trial, and the challenges law enforcement faces as drug-related violence becomes a pressing issue.