Danish and Greenlandic officials have indicated they are open to expanded US cooperation under existing frameworks, but insist the island is not for sale.
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Moneycontrol10-01-2026, 13:58

Greenland Rejects Trump's 'Hard Way' Warning: "Not For Sale"

  • Greenland's political parties united to reject US pressure and President Trump's renewed claims over the Arctic island.
  • Leaders emphasized that the island's future must be decided solely by Greenlanders, stating, "We do not want to be Americans, we do not want to be Danes, we want to be Greenlanders."
  • Trump warned of a "hard way" to secure Greenland, citing strategic importance and preventing Russian or Chinese influence.
  • Danish and Greenlandic officials are open to expanded US cooperation under existing frameworks but firmly state the island is not for sale.
  • Greenlandic lawmakers dismissed reports of direct payments to entice them to join the US, calling it "disrespectful" and an attack on their national soul.

Why It Matters: Greenland's leaders firmly reject US acquisition attempts, asserting self-determination and cultural preservation.

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