Greenland's prime minister says island cannot be bought, US has 'not been respectful'
Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen firmly stated that the island is not for sale and criticized the disrespectful tone of U.S. discussions regarding its purchase, a notion repeatedly suggested by President Trump. During a press conference with Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Nielsen emphasized Greenland's status as a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark and the need for unity in response to external pressures. The talks coincided with Greenland's political shift towards a coalition government amid aspirations for greater autonomy. Both Danish and Greenlandic leaders highlighted Denmark's ongoing commitment to investing in Greenland's development as part of their shared commonwealth. Nielsen's visit to Denmark also includes discussions on future cooperation with plans for a royal visit to Greenland, reinforcing ties between the two nations.
Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen criticized the United States for disrespectful remarks regarding the potential purchase of Greenland, an idea floated by President Trump, asserting that Greenland cannot be bought by just anyone.
Nielsen and Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen held a joint press conference in Lyngby, Denmark, where they stood together against external pressures and emphasized Greenland's semi-autonomous status within the Danish commonwealth.
The political scene in Greenland is evolving with the formation of a broad-based coalition government, reflecting the territory's long-term goals of increased independence from Denmark.
Denmark reaffirmed its commitment to investing in Greenland, emphasizing not only historical ties but also their shared future within the Danish commonwealth, as expressed by Prime Minister Frederiksen.
Nielsen's visit to Denmark aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation, and includes a meeting with Denmark's King Frederik X, followed by a royal visit to Greenland, symbolizing the enduring relationship between Greenland and Denmark.