Greenland's Politicians Stand United Against Trump's Greenland Plans

Sat Mar 15 2025 21:23:20 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
Greenland's Politicians Stand United Against Trump's Greenland Plans

Greenland's parliament leaders collectively denounce Trump's annexation remarks, reinforcing national identity and autonomy.


In a display of unified opposition, Greenland’s political leaders have come together to condemn recent remarks by US President Donald Trump regarding the potential annexation of Greenland, asserting their autonomy and rejecting external control.

In light of Trump's escalated rhetoric during a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Greenland's leading political parties released a joint statement expressing their refusal to accept any attempts to claim the island as American territory. Outgoing Prime Minister Mute B Egede spearheaded the effort, calling on party leaders to emphasize the message of national sovereignty.

"Our country will never be the USA, and we Greenlanders will never be Americans," Egede articulated via social media, urging respect for the nation. Greenland, known as the world’s largest island, remains a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, retaining control over its internal affairs while Denmark oversees foreign policy and defense.

Trump’s comments suggested a desire to consider military options for securing the island, stating, "We need that for international security... we have a lot of our favourite players cruising around the coast." This remark stoked fears in the Greenlandic population that their autonomy could be threatened.

The joint statement made by Greenland's political leaders focused on reinforcing their stand against Trump's proposals, emphasizing their commitment to maintaining Greenland's integrity and unity. “Greenland continues the work for Greenland,” they affirmed, vowing to safeguard their national interests now and in the future.

This declaration follows a recent election in which Greenland's Democratic Party gained unexpected prominence, leading to a possible shift in the political landscape, with new leader Jens-Frederik Nielsen now negotiating coalition partnerships.

As Greenland’s leaders navigate the complex dynamics that arise from international interests and internal governance, their united front against Trump’s remarks showcases a commitment to protecting their national identity and asserting their voice on the global stage.

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