Wednesday, May 20Wednesday, May 20Greenlandâs government has firmly rejected U.S. attempts to exert influence or control over the autonomous territory, emphasizing that its future must be determined by Greenlanders themselves. Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen stated that while meetings with U.S. envoy Jeff Landry were constructive, the U.S. position on acquiring Greenland remains unchanged, and the island is "not for sale" . Nielsen and Foreign Affairs Minister MĂște B. Egede jointly asserted that self-determination is non-negotiable, following discussions with Landry, who was appointed by former U.S. President Donald Trump .
The arrival of Landry and a U.S. doctor, Joseph Griffin, in Nuuk has been widely condemned by Greenlandic officials. Health Minister Aaja Chemnitz Larsen criticized Griffinâs presence as "deeply problematic," stating that Greenlanders are "not experimental subjects" of U.S. geopolitical interests. Griffin claimed he joined the delegation voluntarily to assess medical needs, but Greenlandâs government viewed the visit as an unwelcome intrusion, particularly given Trumpâs past threats to "invade" the island . Landryâs uninvited visit was similarly dismissed by Greenlandic authorities, who reiterated that his presence "changes nothing" regarding U.S. ambitions .
Reports indicate that Trump continues to pursue increased U.S. control over Greenland, citing its strategic Arctic location and natural resources. This has alarmed residents, who view the U.S. actions as an overreach. Danish and Greenlandic officials have interpreted Landryâs visit as evidence that Trumpâs plans remain active, despite public assurances that he was merely there to "listen" . The ongoing tensions reflect broader concerns about Greenlandâs sovereignty and resistance to external pressures.
> Background: **Greenland condemns U.S. envoys uninvited visit as sovereignty threat.** â *2 hours ago*
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