Greenland's Prime Minister Rejects US Overreach, Vows to Stay in Europe
In a move that further escalates tensions between the US and Denmark over Greenland's sovereignty, the territory's Prime Minister has reaffirmed his country's commitment to remaining part of the European continent.
When asked if Greenland would consider joining the United States under the administration of former President Donald Trump, who has made public comments suggesting he may attempt to take control of the autonomous Danish territory, the Prime Minister was unequivocal in his response. "Greenland will not be part of the USA," he declared, rejecting any notion that the island nation would abandon its long-standing ties with Europe.
The Prime Minister's statement comes as US officials are set to meet with their Danish counterparts on Wednesday, amid mounting concerns over Trump's intentions regarding Greenland. The meeting is likely to focus on addressing these tensions and finding a way forward for relations between the two countries.
In recent weeks, Trump has made several high-profile comments about Greenland, including suggesting that he may take control of the territory if Denmark were to sell it to him. However, Danish officials have repeatedly stated that Greenland's sovereignty is non-negotiable, and that the island nation will not be subject to US influence or control.
The Prime Minister's rejection of US overreach is seen as a significant shift in tone, coming at a time when many had feared that Trump's administration might attempt to exert pressure on Denmark to hand over its most valuable asset.
In a move that further escalates tensions between the US and Denmark over Greenland's sovereignty, the territory's Prime Minister has reaffirmed his country's commitment to remaining part of the European continent.
When asked if Greenland would consider joining the United States under the administration of former President Donald Trump, who has made public comments suggesting he may attempt to take control of the autonomous Danish territory, the Prime Minister was unequivocal in his response. "Greenland will not be part of the USA," he declared, rejecting any notion that the island nation would abandon its long-standing ties with Europe.
The Prime Minister's statement comes as US officials are set to meet with their Danish counterparts on Wednesday, amid mounting concerns over Trump's intentions regarding Greenland. The meeting is likely to focus on addressing these tensions and finding a way forward for relations between the two countries.
In recent weeks, Trump has made several high-profile comments about Greenland, including suggesting that he may take control of the territory if Denmark were to sell it to him. However, Danish officials have repeatedly stated that Greenland's sovereignty is non-negotiable, and that the island nation will not be subject to US influence or control.
The Prime Minister's rejection of US overreach is seen as a significant shift in tone, coming at a time when many had feared that Trump's administration might attempt to exert pressure on Denmark to hand over its most valuable asset.