Trump's renewed interest in Greenland draws criticism from Prime Minister

"We deserve to be treated with respect, and I don't think the U.S. president has done that recently since he took office."

Greenland's Prime Minister, Mute B. Egede, has expressed his frustration over U.S. President Donald Trump's renewed interest in acquiring Greenland, calling the approach disrespectful to the island's people (via Reuters).

During a speech to Congress, Trump painted an image of prosperity for Greenland's citizens, promising safety and investment in exchange for closer ties with the United States. However, Egede, ahead of Greenland's general election, criticised Trump for undermining the territory's autonomy and failing to acknowledge its right to self-determination.

He emphasised that Greenlanders deserve respect and that any future relations should prioritise nations that honour their sovereignty. Meanwhile, recent polling has shown that the majority of Greenland's population opposes integration with the United States, with many viewing Trump's proposals as a threat to their independence.

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