U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated on Monday his proposal for the United States to annex Greenland, sparking strong criticism from Greenlandic and Danish officials over a planned visit by a high-level U.S. delegation later this week.
Trump called Greenland crucial for U.S. national security, suggesting future annexation is possible. He claimed to have support from some within Greenland, stating, "They're calling us; we're not calling them."
Greenland’s caretaker Prime Minister Mute Egede called the upcoming visit, led by Usha Vance—wife of Vice President JD Vance—a "provocation," stating his government would refuse meetings. He criticised the U.S. for interfering with Greenland's democratic processes.
Jens-Frederik Nielsen, leader of Greenland's Democrats, urged political unity and expressed concern over the timing of the U.S. visit amid ongoing coalition negotiations and upcoming municipal elections.
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen described the visit as "problematic," calling it disrespectful towards Greenland and Denmark's sovereignty. Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen also emphasised cooperation with the U.S. must respect "fundamental rules of sovereignty."
The U.S. delegation, which includes White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz and Energy Secretary Chris Wright, plans to visit Pituffik space base and participate in local cultural events, including a dogsled race. White House spokesman Brian Hughes insisted the trip aimed solely to "advance economic cooperation" and honour local culture.
Security preparations for the visit are significant, with military aircraft and Danish police officers already deployed to Greenland’s capital, Nuuk.
Trump’s renewed interest in Greenland, driven by its strategic location and mineral wealth, continues to fuel diplomatic tensions, as both Greenland and Denmark firmly oppose any U.S. takeover.
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