A recent survey has revealed that an overwhelming majority of Greenland’s population opposes the U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to incorporate the territory into the United States. The poll, conducted by research firm Pollster Varian, found that 85% of Greenlanders reject the idea, reaffirming their preference to remain a self-governing entity under Danish rule.
Trump, recently inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States, argued that Greenland should become part of the U.S., citing national security and economic interests. However, the survey results indicate that Greenlanders strongly oppose this notion.
According to the poll, only 6% of respondents supported joining the U.S., while 9% remained undecided. These findings contradict Trump’s earlier assertion that Greenland’s 57,000 residents were in favor of the U.S. integration. The results highlight a strong sense of national identity among Greenlanders and their commitment to maintaining their current political status.
Greenland, an autonomous territory under Danish sovereignty, has long been of strategic interest to the United States due to its Arctic location and vast natural resources. This is not the first time the U.S. has expressed interest in acquiring the territory. In 2019, Trump suggested purchasing Greenland, a proposal that was immediately rejected by both the Danish and Greenlandic governments. At the time, Denmark’s Prime Minister called the idea “absurd,” reaffirming that Greenland was not for sale.
Despite its relatively small population, Greenland holds significant geopolitical importance. Its strategic location in the Arctic makes it valuable for military operations, scientific research, and resource exploration. However, for the people of Greenland, the primary concern remains their autonomy and self-governance. The latest survey results send a clear message that they wish to determine their own future, free from external influence.
This situation underscores the importance of respecting national sovereignty and the democratic will of a population. While Trump framed his proposal as beneficial for both nations, the overwhelming rejection from Greenlanders suggests that any discussions regarding the region’s future must prioritize the interests and decisions of its inhabitants.