Greenland is reportedly engaging in dialogue with former President Donald Trump’s team about possible cooperation with the United States. Trump has demonstrated renewed interest in the island, which remains under Denmark’s security control. Denmark’s authorities are eager to sidestep any public confrontation with Trump and have sought clarification regarding his intentions for Greenland.
Trump emphasized on Truth Social that controlling Greenland is crucial for “National Security and Freedom throughout the World.” He announced appointing Ken Howery, co-founder of PayPal, as ambassador to Denmark, reinforcing his ambitions. Greenland’s Prime Minister, Mute Egede, declared his willingness to discuss matters with Trump during a joint press conference with Denmark’s Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen. Despite being pro-independence, Egede asserted Greenland’s desire for autonomy, stating, “Greenland is for the Greenlandic people. We do not want to be Danish, we do not want to be American. We want to be Greenlandic.”
In the midst of this diplomatic dance, some Greenlanders appear intrigued, even thrilled, by the prospect of joining the American fold. One resident, donning a red Make America Great Again hat, enthusiastically told a cameraman from a delegation led by Trump’s eldest son, Don Jr., “See you soon Donald.”
Donald Trump Jr. has arrived in Greenland. 👀 pic.twitter.com/q0ElwYRwfi
— Daily Caller (@DailyCaller) January 7, 2025
Trump’s interest in Greenland is a reprise of his 2019 effort to buy the island from Denmark — a move that was dismissed by Denmark’s Prime Minister Frederiksen at the time, leading Trump to abandon the idea during his first term. However, his renewed approach revolves around national security concerns, underscoring Greenland’s strategic importance. “We need Greenland for national security reasons,” Trump stated at a press conference held at Mar-A-Lago. Implying potential military and economic strategies, he mentioned, “I can’t assure you of either of those two,” when asked about possible coercion regarding Greenland.
Denmark is a very special country with incredible people, but based on Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen’s comments, that she would have no interest in discussing the purchase of Greenland, I will be postponing our meeting scheduled in two weeks for another time….
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 20, 2019
Trump also highlighted global security challenges posed by Russia and China in the Arctic region. “You don’t even need binoculars, you look outside, you have China ships all over the place, you have Russian ships all over the place. We’re not letting that happen, we’re not letting it happen,” he declared, indicating the critical need to counter burgeoning foreign influence.
Trump also warned Denmark about potential tariffs if they obstruct Greenland’s decision to align with the U.S. Greenland moved towards independence following a 2008 referendum and the 2009 Self-Government Act. Currently, the Pittufik U.S. Space Base, manned by American military personnel, includes a radar station essential for the U.S. ballistic missile early warning system.
GOOD MOVE!!!!