Greenland's Prime Minister Condemns "Highly Aggressive" US Delegation Visit
- paolo bibat
- Mar 24
- 2 min read
Greenland's Prime Minister Mute B. Egede has strongly criticized an upcoming visit by US officials, including Second Lady Usha Vance and National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, describing it as "highly aggressive" amid escalating tensions over President Donald Trump's ambitions to annex the autonomous Danish territory.
The White House announced that Vance will travel to Greenland from Thursday to Saturday, accompanied by her son and a US delegation. Their itinerary includes exploring historical sites, learning about Greenlandic culture, and attending Avanna Qimersu, the national dogsled race.
Egede expressed particular concern about Waltz's presence, questioning the purpose of a national security adviser's visit to Greenland. "The sole intention appears to be to exert dominance over us," Egede remarked in an interview with the Greenlandic newspaper Sermitsiaq.
The prime minister further stated that Waltz's presence would likely reinforce American belief in Trump's agenda, leading to increased pressure on Greenland. This visit follows Trump's continued assertions regarding the annexation of the autonomous territory, claiming it is necessary for "international security, not merely national security".
The timing of the visit is especially sensitive, with Greenland set to hold local elections on April 1. Aaja Chemnitz, a Greenlandic member of the Danish Parliament, viewed the impending trip as election interference, stating, "It is clear that the Trump camp does not respect our right to self-determination without outside interference".
Both the Danish and Greenlandic governments have repeatedly emphasized that Greenland is not for sale. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen responded to the planned US visit, stating that while Denmark desires cooperation with the US, it must be based on "the fundamental principles of sovereignty".
This diplomatic row comes in the wake of recent Greenlandic parliamentary elections, where the Demokraatit party, which supports gradual separation from Denmark, secured first place.
As coalition talks continue, the controversy surrounding the US officials' visit adds another layer of complexity to Greenland's political landscape and its relationship with both Denmark and the United States.
