Trump Renews Push to Acquire Island, and Greenland Opposition Wins Election

Greenland’s opposition secures victory in the election, with Demokraatit at the forefront as Trump renews his efforts to obtain the strategically important Arctic Island.

The center-right opposition in Greenland has emerged victorious in the country’s general election, according to near-complete results, amid a vote influenced by US President Donald Trump’s renewed interest in acquiring the Danish autonomous territory.

Election officials announced that with over 90% of ballots counted, the Demokraatit party, advocating for a gradual path to independence, is currently in the lead with almost 30% of the vote. The Naleraq party, a more hardline pro-independence group pushing for an immediate separation from Denmark and stronger connections with the US, is currently in second place with approximately 25% of the vote.

The Inuit Ataqatigiit (IA), led by incumbent Prime Minister Mute B Egede and known for its pro-independence stance, is currently in third place with slightly more than 21% of the vote. Egede’s coalition partner, the Siumut party, has fallen to fourth place with nearly 15%, while the smaller parties Atassut and Qulleq trail significantly behind.

The election witnessed participation from 44,000 eligible voters across 72 polling stations in Greenland, signaling a political shift as discussions about the island’s future grow more intense.

Greenland, the largest island on the planet, has remained under Danish governance for almost three centuries. Copenhagen manages its domestic affairs, yet it retains responsibility for foreign and defense policy.

The island’s advantageous Arctic position and extensive unexploited mineral resources have consistently attracted US attention. In 2019, Trump initially proposed the notion of acquiring Greenland, and since resuming his position in January, he has reignited his desire to gain control of the territory.

“Greenland is essential for our national security.” “One way or another, we’re going to achieve it,” Trump stated in his recent address to Congress.

Nonetheless, the leadership of Greenland has decisively dismissed his assertions. Prime Minister Egede has consistently emphasized that the island is not for sale, asserting that it deserves to be “treated with respect.”

Denmark has rejected Trump’s proposal, with officials in Copenhagen emphasizing Greenland’s autonomy and sovereignty.