Greenland Holds Parliamentary Election Amid Renewed US Interest
Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark, will hold a parliamentary election on March 11 with independence a key campaign theme after U.S. President Donald Trump said he wants control over the world's biggest island. The election marks a significant turning point for Greenland's bid for autonomy, as polls show that a majority of Greenlanders favour political and economic independence from its former colonial ruler. Views differ on the timing and potential impact on living standards, with Denmark contributing just under $1 billion annually to the local economy.
- This election could serve as a catalyst for a broader conversation about indigenous self-determination and the role of external powers in shaping the futures of smaller nations.
- Will Greenland's decision to pursue independence have a ripple effect across other Arctic regions, potentially impacting Norway's control over Svalbard or Canada's authority over Nunavut?