Trump envoy says it’s time for US to ‘put its footprint back on Greenland’, during visit to arctic territory
Jeff Landry’s visit has proved controversial, with the territory’s PM saying there was no sign ‘anything has changed’ in the US position
TL;DR
- US special envoy Jeff Landry visited Greenland, advocating for the US to "put its footprint back" on the island.
- The envoy cited national security concerns and potential economic benefits, such as rare-earth minerals and new shipping routes, as reasons for increased US presence.
- Greenlandic and Danish officials reiterated that Greenland alone can decide its future, with the Prime Minister noting no change in the US position after meetings.
- Landry also discussed opportunities for Greenland's economic independence, a topic that has been a long-term aspiration for the island.
- The envoy's visit and the presence of a US doctor assessing medical needs were controversial, drawing criticism from Greenland's Health Minister.