Greenland Coalition Resists U.S. Annexation Efforts

Greenland's political parties have formed a four-party coalition government led by Democrats leader Jens-Frederik Nielsen, just before the visit of U.S. Vice President JD Vance amid renewed pressure from President Donald Trump for the U.S. to acquire the territory. This coalition, which controls 23 out of 31 parliamentary seats, aims to present a united front against U.S. attempts to annex the island, emphasizing Greenland's desire for gradual independence from Denmark. The visit by Vance, which initially included plans to attend a local dog sled race, was scaled back due to local opposition, culminating in a visit to the U.S. military base at Pituffik. Trump's interest in Greenland is driven by its strategic location and untapped resources, but most Greenlanders and Danish officials have rebuffed his overtures. The new coalition government underscores Greenland's determination to resist external pressures and control its own future. The Naleraq party, which doubled its seats and is staunchly pro-independence, opted not to join the coalition.