- Trump vs Greenland -

 

Trump and the US administration has claimed that it is important for national and international security for the US to acquire the country of Greenland. There have been some controversial statements from various government officials that if it can't be purchased, then there are other options available to take control. On top of that, the administration has said that countries that don't support this position could face economic penalties such as tariffs.

Greenland is currently a semi-autonomous territory of the Kingdom of Denmark. This puts Denmark in a difficult position as well as they cannot continue financially supporting Greenland, but also oppose the US taking over their territory. This raises interesting questions on colonialism and territorial autonomy and independence. Those saying that Trump is trying to colonise Greenland seem to be ignoring or unaware of the fact that Greenland is already effectively a colony of Denmark. 

Stated reasons for the takeover focus on security, especially with regards to China and Russia. But sceptics point out minerals and rare materials being located in northern Greenland. Eitherway, is it really important for the US to control this area of the world? Is it strategically important in power politics against China and Russia? Do you think it could happen? Would any other country or international organisation such as NATO be able to stop the US from taking over Greenland by force, especially given that the US is essentially the leader of NATO in terms of funding. 

The idea of buying another country is not a new or strange concept. Historically it happened quite often. 

 

 

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