“We don´t want to be Americans”, said Greenland PM

After days of tension in international relations following Trump’s speech, Múte B. Egede, the head of Greenland’s government, held a press conference to clarify the country’s position.

The Greenlandic Prime Minister, Múte B. Egede, yesterday held a press conference alongside the Minister of Independence, Vivian Motzfeldt. The Greenlandic government had yet to respond after Trump’s recent comments on the territory of the Kingdom of Denmark, and after Danish PM Mette Frederiksen described the situation ahead as “challenging.”

“We don’t want to be Americans. Greenland is not for sale,” Múte B. Egede stated, responding to remarks made by Donald Trump Sr. and Jr., as well as others in their circle, who claimed that Greenlanders feel they are American and want to become part of the United States.

On the other hand, the Greenlandic Prime Minister said, “We do not want to be Danes. We are Greenlanders.” He emphasized that Greenland’s future should be decided in Greenland.

Egede acknowledged that the situation is concerning but urged calm: “What is happening is concerning, but now it is important to call for calm.” The Greenlandic government is now working to establish dialogue with the Trump administration, the two officials said. Simultaneously, there is ongoing dialogue with partners, including Denmark and other countries.

There is no doubt about Greenland’s position in the geopolitical landscape: the Prime Minister emphasized that the territory is and intends to remain part of the Western allies.

The question remains: does Greenland want to become independent? “Greenland is still working toward independence, taking one step at a time,” Egede said.




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