Protests at new US consulate after Trump envoy says time for US ‘to put its footprint back’ on Greenland
Summary
Hundreds of people in Greenland protested against the opening of a new US consulate after a US envoy said it was time for the US to increase its presence there. Greenlandic leaders expressed opposition to Washington’s actions, emphasizing Greenland's autonomy and the need for respect in negotiations.Key Facts
- A new US consulate opened in Nuuk, Greenland, prompting large protests.
- US special envoy Jeff Landry visited Greenland without an official invitation and said it was time for the US to “put its footprint back” on Greenland.
- Greenlandic politicians, including the prime minister, refused to attend the consulate opening.
- Protesters carried signs saying “Stop USA” and shouted “Greenland belongs to Greenlanders” and “go home” outside the consulate.
- Greenland is an autonomous territory within the Danish kingdom and is not for sale, though negotiations with the US continue.
- The US wants to increase national security operations and reopen some bases in Greenland.
- Greenland’s location is strategically important for US defense and global shipping routes as polar ice melts.
- Some Greenlanders expressed concern that increased US presence could threaten their democracy and autonomy.
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