Greenlanders' Views on U.S. Overtures to Acquire Greenland

SOURCE www.npr.org
Greenlanders share contrasting views on U.S. overtures to acquire Greenland following a visit by President Trump's son. One Greenlander supports the idea, welcoming a larger U.S. military presence for security, while another believes Greenland's future should be decided by its people and not for sale.

Key Points

  • President Trump reiterated the U.S. goal to buy Greenland aboard Air Force One
  • Greenlanders have diverging perspectives on the idea of being acquired by the U.S.
  • One Greenlander received death threats for supporting President Trump
  • Aqqaluk Lynge believes Greenland's future should be tied to Denmark and not for sale

Pros

  • One Greenlander sees a larger U.S. military presence as beneficial for security
  • Support for President Trump is seen as advocating for security and the global economy

Cons

  • Another Greenlander believes Greenland's future should be decided by its people and not be for sale